Warehouse Supervisor

Utilise Recruitment; London Borough of Hillingdon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Utilise Recruitment Ltd. is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily operations at their Greater London site.

The role requires a hands-on leader with strong stock control experience and a valid FLT licence, responsible for receiving, storing and dispatching goods while maintaining safety and organisation. You will supervise warehouse activities, maintain inventory accuracy, and drive improvements in processes.

Qualifications

• Valid FLT Licence is essential.
• Proven experience in overseeing warehouse operations.
• Strong stock control and inventory management experience.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills; ability to lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all warehouse operations including goods-in, goods-out, quarantine stock and returns.
• Operate FLT equipment safely and efficiently as required.
• Lead and support warehouse staff to ensure targets are met.
• Maintain accurate stock records and warehouse documentation.
• Organise stock takes, audits and inventory checks.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies.
• Coordinate deliveries, collections and shipments.
• Monitor stock levels and highlight shortages or issues.
• Ensure health & safety procedures are followed.

Skills

FLT licence

Stock control

Leadership

IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Warehouse systems

Job description

Warehouse Supervisor
FLT Licence Essential
Greater London
£35,000 - £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Full-Time | Permanent

Warehouse Supervisor Required

Our client is seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily warehouse operations at their site. This is a hands-on position requiring strong stock control experience, leadership skills and a valid FLT licence. You will be responsible for supervising warehouse activities, maintaining inventory accuracy and ensuring goods are received, stored and dispatched efficiently while maintaining a safe and organised working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all warehouse operations including goods-in, goods-out, quarantine stock and returns.
• Operate FLT equipment safely and efficiently as required.
• Lead and support warehouse staff to ensure operational targets are met.
• Maintain accurate stock records and warehouse documentation.
• Organise and oversee stock takes, audits and inventory checks.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies.
• Coordinate deliveries, collections and shipments.
• Monitor stock levels and highlight shortages or potential issues.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety procedures and warehouse best practices.
• Drive continuous improvements across warehouse processes and efficiency.

Essential Requirements

• Valid FLT (Forklift Truck) Licence
• Previous experience as a Warehouse Supervisor, Warehouse Team Leader or Senior Warehouse Operative
• Strong stock control and inventory management experience
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and warehouse systems
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to lead and motivate a warehouse team
• Full right to work in the UK