Warehouse Supervisor

GI Group Main Account; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Gi Group is seeking a motivated Warehouse Supervisor to join our busy Derby site. You will support the Warehouse Manager in day‑to‑day operations, ensuring safe, efficient performance and high quality standards across GMP conditions.

Lead and develop warehouse teams, coordinate staffing and training, monitor KPIs, and drive continuous improvement. Strong leadership, communication and IT skills are essential in this fast‑paced food production environment.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience in warehouse/logistics.
• Strong leadership and team development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient IT skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook and WMS.
• Flexible with working hours and shift patterns.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the Warehouse Manager in the daily operation of a busy warehouse and dispatch facility.
• Ensure warehouse activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with company procedures.
• Monitor and maintain departmental KPIs, reporting performance on a weekly basis.
• Oversee compliance with GMP, Health & Safety, and risk assessment requirements.
• Develop and manage staff rotas, ensuring appropriate manning levels are maintained.
• Lead daily team briefings and communicate operational priorities effectively.
• Create and maintain training matrices and SMART development plans for team members.
• Monitor employee training progress and support ongoing development initiatives.
• Promote a positive working environment and encourage strong team performance.
• Support continuous improvement activities across warehouse operations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork under pressure

IT skills

WMS experience

Flexibility

Independent worker

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Warehouse Management System

Job description

Salary: £35,734.40 per annum, £17.18 per hour

Working Pattern:

This role operates on a

5 days out of 7 rota basis, including regular weekend working:

Saturday: 07:00 - 16:00

Sunday: 07:00 - 16:00

Monday to Friday: (as per rota)

Please note that peak operational periods include:

• Easter
• Mother's Day
• Father's Day
• Bank Holidays
• Christmas and New Year

Flexibility during these periods is essential

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and organised

Warehouse Supervisor to join our busy warehouse and dispatch operation in Derby. This role is responsible for supporting the Warehouse Manager in ensuring the efficient day-to-day running of the Phase 2/3 warehouse areas while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, quality, compliance, and operational performance.

The successful candidate will lead and develop warehouse teams, coordinate staffing and training, monitor key performance indicators, and drive a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Warehouse Manager in the daily operation of a busy warehouse and dispatch facility.
• Ensure warehouse activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with company procedures.
• Monitor and maintain departmental KPIs, reporting performance on a weekly basis.
• Oversee compliance with GMP, Health & Safety, and risk assessment requirements.
• Develop and manage staff rotas, ensuring appropriate manning levels are maintained.
• Lead daily team briefings and communicate operational priorities effectively.
• Create and maintain training matrices and SMART development plans for team members.
• Monitor employee training progress and support ongoing development initiatives.
• Promote a positive working environment and encourage strong team performance.
• Support continuous improvement activities across warehouse operations.

Skills and Experience Required

• Previous supervisory experience within a warehouse, logistics, distribution, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and warehouse management systems.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work and working hours.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

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What We're Looking For

We're seeking a proactive and hands-on supervisor who can lead by example, maintain high operational standards, and build a motivated, high-performing team. You'll be passionate about people development, warehouse efficiency, and delivering excellent service in a fast-paced food production environment.

If you have strong leadership skills and experience managing warehouse operations, we'd love to hear from you.

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