Warehouse Supervisor

Aspion; Horsham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

20 days annual leave

Annual pay reviews

Profit share

Career development

Job summary

Aspion in Horsham is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor to lead the day-to-day operations of the warehouse, uphold health and safety standards, and manage quality and site compliance. The role includes close collaboration with sales and operations to deliver excellent service and drive improvements.

We are looking for an experienced candidate from warehousing or industrial environments with strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory or management position.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety, risk assessments and safe working practices.
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• FLT experience is advantageous.

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.
• Monitor Health & Safety across the site, including site audits, risk assessments and safe working practices.
• Maintain training records and ensure staff are competent with work equipment.
• Arrange servicing and maintenance of equipment and remove defective equipment from use.
• Maintain quality and compliance records and drive corrective actions.
• Support Quality Management Systems and ensure procedures are followed.
• Monitor stock integrity, goods-in, picking, packing and despatch procedures.
• Meet customer requirements for quality, quantity and delivery.
• Collaborate with sales to resolve issues and maintain customer service.
• Lead toolbox talks and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, safety, quality and site performance.
• Support transport operations, including vehicle checks and driver compliance.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, training and performance management.
• Oversee site management including contracts, security, waste management and facilities.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety

Communication

Numerical skills

Organisation

Record keeping

Team player

Education

IOSH/NEBOSH desirable

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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?

If so, I want to hear from you.

Our client, a UK leading metal stockholder, is looking to recruit a Warehouse Supervisor to take responsibility for the day to day running of the warehouse, Health & Safety, quality, compliance and general site management.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied, hands on position and wants to take ownership of a key area of the business. The role would suit an experienced Warehouse Team Leader looking to take the next step in their career, as well as an established Warehouse Supervisor or Manager with strong operational experience.

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