Warehouse Supervisor
Location: Horsham
Salary: £Negotiable DOE
Hours: Monday to Friday | 39.5 hours per week
Reference: ASPLIV
Are you an experienced Warehouse Team Leader or Supervisor looking for a varied role with autonomy and the opportunity to make a real impact?
Do you have a background in warehousing, logistics, manufacturing or an industrial environment, with a strong understanding of Health & Safety, compliance and site operations?
Would you enjoy a hands on role where you can work closely with both operational and sales teams, whilst having the opportunity to introduce improvements and develop processes?
Responsibilities:
- Take responsibility for the day-to-day management and performance of the warehouse.
- Ensure the warehouse operates safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
- Manage and monitor Health & Safety across the site, including regular site audits, risk assessments and safe working practices.
- Ensure staff are appropriately trained and competent in the use of work equipment, with training records maintained.
- Arrange servicing, inspections and maintenance of work equipment and ensure any defective equipment is removed from use.
- Maintain and manage quality and compliance records, ensuring corrective actions are followed through.
- Support the company's Quality Management Systems and ensure procedures are understood and followed.
- Monitor stock integrity, goods-in processes, picking, packing and despatch procedures.
- Ensure customer requirements are met in terms of quality, quantity and delivery.
- Work closely with the sales team and wider business to resolve issues and maintain excellent customer service.
- Lead toolbox talks, staff meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Identify opportunities to improve warehouse efficiency, safety, quality and overall site performance.
- Support the management of transport operations, including vehicle checks, load security, driver compliance and documentation.
- Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management and employee development.
- Take responsibility for general site management, including contractors, security, fire safety, waste management and facilities.
- Maintain accurate reports and records and provide regular updates to senior management.
- Promote a positive, collaborative and safety-focused working environment.
Requirements:
- Previous experience within a warehouse, logistics, manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Experience in a supervisory or management position; a Team Leader looking to step up into a Warehouse Supervisor/Manager role will be considered.
- IOSH or NEBOSH qualification is desirable.
- Strong understanding of Health & Safety, risk assessments and safe working practices.
- Full UK driving licence is essential.
- FLT experience is advantageous.
- Strong attention to detail with good numerical and organisational skills.
- Computer literate and comfortable maintaining records and producing reports.
- Calm and confident under pressure, with a practical and proactive approach.
- Excellent personable and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships across warehouse, operations and sales teams.
- A strong team player with a hardworking attitude and willingness to learn.
- Able to use initiative and bring new ideas to improve the business.
- Experience with quality systems, audits, equipment inspections, training records or general site compliance would be advantageous.
Package Details:
- Competitive salary, dependent on experience
- Monday to Friday – 39.5 hours per week
- 20 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
- Pension
- Annual pay reviews
- Annual profit share
- Opportunity to join a successful and established business
- Excellent opportunity for career development
Daniel Barnett
Managing Consultant
0151 209 2050
daniel.barnett@aspion.co.uk