Warehouse Supervisor

DS Smith; Neath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Warehouse Supervisor to lead a team in Neath. This role is crucial for driving operational efficiency and achieving KPIs in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience, strong communication skills, and a solid understanding of health and safety regulations. Join a forward-thinking company that values sustainability and teamwork, and make a significant impact in redefining packaging solutions for a changing world.

Qualifications

• Experience managing teams of up to 20 staff.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate your team to achieve operational goals.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Coordinate and oversee daily warehouse activities.

Skills

Team Management

Health & Safety Knowledge

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems

Dispatch Operations Knowledge

Job description

Warehouse Supervisor

Neath

(Days Role)

We are seeking a dynamic Warehouse Supervisor to join our team at our site in Neath. Reporting directly to the Production Manager, you will play a crucial role in leading and managing a team of operatives to ensure efficient and effective operations. Your responsibilities will include achieving operational KPIs within tight deadlines and driving improvements by engaging the team and promoting a positive culture.

This role requires someone capable of working under pressure, with a good analytical approach to work to deliver business results and meet performance and service levels. Successful candidates will have some team supervisory or people management experience and be able to work effectively within a team environment.

Role Responsibilities:

Our site is fast-paced, requiring you to act independently and think on your feet. Your existing expertise in warehouse, distribution, or logistics management is valued. As our Warehouse Supervisor, you will need to find solutions, drawing on your previous experience to make sound operational decisions.

• Lead and motivate your team to achieve operational goals.
• Manage team performance, providing guidance and support.
• Plan labour and resources effectively to meet operational requirements, KPIs, and service levels.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Coordinate and oversee daily warehouse activities.

Person Specification:

If you are passionate, enjoy the unpredictability of the role, and thrive under pressure and tight deadlines, this could be the next step for you.

• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience managing teams of up to 20 staff.
• Knowledge of dispatch operations, including parcel dispatch.
• Experience working with a fleet of vans and LGVs.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to travel for courses.
• A valid driving license.
• Computer literacy and skills.

We are DS Smith. Along with International Paper, we are a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and other fibre-based products. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people—those who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. We employ over 65,000 colleagues across North America, Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), who are experts in innovation, manufacturing, design, sales, sustainability, and supply chain. Together with our customers, we make the world safer and more productive, one sustainable packaging solution at a time.

Join our organization and do your best work with us!

“To fulfill our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.

Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bringing different perspectives, ideas, and experiences to generate innovative solutions focused on sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.”

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