Warehouse Supervisor

Origin Fitness UK; Newbridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite gym

Free onsite parking

Cycle to Work scheme

28 days holiday incl Bank Holidays

Contributory pension

Westfield Health package

Staff discounts

Job summary

Origin Fitness UK is seeking a proactive Warehouse Supervisor to lead daily operations at our Newbridge facility, guiding a growing team and ensuring accurate stock, safety, and timely despatch.

You will partner with Supply Chain, Sales and Installations to drive continuous improvement, maintain ISO standards and uphold our values of teamwork, accountability and personal best.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supervising warehouse teams.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop people.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management and order fulfilment processes.
• Counterbalance and/or Reach Truck licence.
• Experience working with ERP or warehouse management systems.
• Understanding of logistics, shipping and distribution processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritise workloads in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive problem-solving approach.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and high operational standards.
• Experience leading Senior Warehouse Operatives or Team Leaders.
• Experience operating within a 5S or Lean environment.
• Continuous Improvement experience.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Counterbalance and/or Reach Truck licence.
• Experience maintaining ISO standards or quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and allocate workload across the warehouse team to ensure daily operational targets are achieved
• Supervise and support Senior Warehouse Operatives and Warehouse Operatives
• Manage staffing levels, holiday planning and temporary labour requirements
• Conduct daily team briefings and maintain clear communication throughout shifts
• Support recruitment, onboarding and training of new colleagues
• Develop team capability through coaching, feedback and ongoing performance management
• Plan workloads in collaboration with Supply Chain and Order Processing teams
• Monitor warehouse productivity and identify opportunities for improvement
• Ensure stock accuracy and effective inventory management
• Oversee goods receiving, storage, picking and dispatch activities
• Check orders prior to despatch to ensure accuracy and quality standards are met
• Ensure pallet wrapping, banding and packaging standards are maintained
• Maintain warehouse organisation and housekeeping standards
• Drive 5S and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Support and maintain ISO standards and operational best practices
• Investigate and resolve operational issues quickly and effectively

Skills

Warehouse supervision

People leadership

Warehouse operations

Inventory management

Order fulfilment

ERP/WMS experience

Forklift licence

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Origin Fitness is a leading UK supplier of commercial fitness equipment, working with gyms, education providers and performance facilities across the UK. We design, supply and install high-quality equipment, supporting our customers from concept through to completion.

We are an ambitious, fast-growing business with a clear vision: to become the UK's best commercial fitness equipment supplier.

Our culture is driven by three core values:

• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Personal Best

These values shape how we work together and help us deliver exceptional experiences for our customers.

Why this role is a great opportunity

This is more than a warehouse supervisory role. It is an opportunity to lead, develop people and play a key part in delivering an outstanding customer experience.

You will:

• Lead and develop a growing warehouse team
• Coach and support Senior Warehouse Operatives to strengthen leadership capability
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across warehouse operations
• Play a key role in stock accuracy, operational efficiency and service delivery
• Work closely with Supply Chain, Sales, Operations and Installations teams
• Contribute directly to customer satisfaction by ensuring products are delivered accurately, safely and on time
• Help shape and improve warehouse processes as the business continues to grow

If you're looking for a role where you can make a visible impact, develop your leadership skills and help build a high-performing warehouse operation, this is an excellent opportunity.

The role

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Warehouse Supervisor to lead daily warehouse operations at our Newbridge facility.

You will be responsible for managing workloads, supporting and developing the team, maintaining stock accuracy, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and driving operational excellence.

This is a hands-on leadership role that requires strong people management skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to balance daily operational demands with longer-term improvements.

Our Values in Action

Teamwork

You will work closely with Warehouse, Supply Chain, Sales, Product, Installations and Operations teams to ensure products move efficiently through the business and customers receive an exceptional experience.

Accountability

You take ownership of warehouse performance, team standards, stock accuracy, health and safety compliance, and service delivery, ensuring commitments are met and issues are resolved promptly.

Personal Best

You continuously look for ways to improve processes, develop your team, increase efficiency and raise operational standards across the warehouse.

By living these values, you will help create a positive, high-performing culture that supports both business growth and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and allocate workload across the warehouse team to ensure daily operational targets are achieved
• Supervise and support Senior Warehouse Operatives and Warehouse Operatives
• Manage staffing levels, holiday planning and temporary labour requirements
• Conduct daily team briefings and maintain clear communication throughout shifts
• Support recruitment, onboarding and training of new colleagues
• Develop team capability through coaching, feedback and ongoing performance management
• Plan workloads in collaboration with Supply Chain and Order Processing teams
• Monitor warehouse productivity and identify opportunities for improvement
• Ensure stock accuracy and effective inventory management
• Oversee goods receiving, storage, picking and dispatch activities
• Check orders prior to despatch to ensure accuracy and quality standards are met
• Ensure pallet wrapping, banding and packaging standards are maintained
• Maintain warehouse organisation and housekeeping standards
• Drive 5S and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies and procedures
• Support and maintain ISO standards and operational best practices
• Investigate and resolve operational issues quickly and effectively

What we're looking for

• Previous experience supervising warehouse teams
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop people
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management and order fulfilment processes
• Counterbalance and/or Reach Truck licence
• Experience working with ERP or warehouse management systems
• Understanding of logistics, shipping and distribution processes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritise workloads in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive problem-solving approach
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership
• Commitment to continuous improvement and high operational standards
• Experience leading Senior Warehouse Operatives or Team Leaders
• Experience operating within a 5S or Lean environment
• Continuous Improvement experience
• Full UK driving licence
• Counterbalance and/or Reach Truck licence
• Experience maintaining ISO standards or quality management systems

Working at Origin Fitness

We are committed to supporting our people to grow and succeed.

Development & Progression

• Structured leadership and management development
• Ongoing warehouse and operational training
• Exposure to wider business functions and projects
• Opportunities to lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Regular 1:1 support and personal development planning
• Clear progression opportunities within the business
• Free access to onsite gym
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Regular staff events and socials
• 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays and Christmas shutdown
• Increased holiday entitlement after 5 years' service
• Contributory pension scheme
• Westfield Health package
• Staff discounts and merchandise allowance

Why Join us?

At Origin Fitness, you'll be part of a collaborative and ambitious team where your contribution has a direct impact on business performance and customer satisfaction.

This role offers the opportunity to develop your leadership capability, drive operational excellence and help shape the future of a growing warehouse operation within a successful and expanding business.