Warehouse Supervisor

Michael Page; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay 1.5x

23 days annual leave

Mon-Fri pattern

Job summary

Michael Page in Dunstable is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead a busy pick and pack operation. You will manage around 50 operatives, drive productivity, accuracy and service excellence, and report to the Warehouse Manager in a fast-paced distribution setting.

The role offers a base salary of £35,000 with overtime. Monday to Friday pattern, generous leave, and opportunities for career development in a growing business.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a large warehouse team in a distribution environment.
• Strong leadership and people management abilities.
• Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills.
• Good understanding of health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of operatives across picking, packing and dispatch.
• Monitor daily performance to ensure accurate, timely orders.
• Drive productivity, quality and service levels across the operation.
• Allocate labour and resources to meet fluctuating workload demands.
• Deliver briefings, coaching and performance management.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and housekeeping.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency.
• Work with management for smooth handovers and issue investigations.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Pressure management

Job description

Join a growing distribution business in Dunstable as a Warehouse Supervisor, leading a team of around 50 operatives within a fast-paced pick and pack operation while driving productivity, accuracy, and service excellence. Offering a salary of £35,000 plus overtime, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced warehouse leader looking to develop their career within a successful and expanding business.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established and growing distribution business with a reputation for delivering excellent service and operational efficiency across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to join their busy operation in Dunstable and play a key role in leading day-to-day warehouse activities

Description

As Warehouse Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing a high-volume pick and pack operation, leading a team of approximately 50 warehouse operatives to ensure productivity, accuracy, and service standards are consistently achieved. Working alongside another Warehouse Supervisor and reporting to the Warehouse Manager, you will be a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of warehouse operatives across picking, packing, and dispatch activities.
• Monitor daily operational performance to ensure orders are processed accurately and within agreed timelines.
• Drive productivity, quality, and service levels across the warehouse operation.
• Effectively allocate labour and resources to meet fluctuating workload demands.
• Deliver team briefings, coaching, and performance management activities.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and housekeeping throughout the operation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and workflow.
• Work collaboratively with management and colleagues to ensure smooth operational handovers.
• Investigate operational issues, stock discrepancies, and process challenges where required.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and operational standards.Profile

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in a Warehouse Supervisor position within a distribution, fulfilment, logistics, or FMCG environment.
• Experience managing large operational teams within a pick and pack setting.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to engage and motivate teams.
• Excellent organisational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• A good understanding of warehouse health and safety requirements.
• Flexibility to support operational needs and business demands.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary of £35,000
• Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
• 23 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Opportunity to join a successful and growing business
• Career development within a fast-paced distribution environment

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