Warehouse Supervisor

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Paddock Wood; On-site; GBP 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable fulfilment centre in Paddock Wood is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Supervisor for a permanent position. This role involves leading a team, managing inventory and order processes, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and experience in warehouse operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar fulfilment environment required.
• Strong leadership skills demonstrated in a supervisory role.
• Health and safety certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the goods-out team, overseeing inventory and order processing.
• Set and monitor team KPIs to ensure targets are met.
• Implement measures to ensure inventory accuracy.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Inventory Management

Logistics

Education

Health and Safety Certification

Lean Six Sigma Certification

Tools

Inventory Tracking Software

Job description

Warehouse Supervisor

Location: Paddock Wood

Salary: £34,000 per annum

Working hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm. Must be willing to cover weekends, bank holidays, and other shifts when required.

Job Overview

We are currently working with a reputable fulfilment centre based in Paddock Wood, seeking to hire a dedicated and highly experienced Warehouse Supervisor for a permanent position.

The Warehouse Supervisor will lead the goods-out team, overseeing inventory, order processing, distribution, performance management, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and monitor team KPIs to ensure targets are met
• Host daily meetings with the warehouse team to review priorities, address challenges, and set objectives
• Provide training and development opportunities
• Act as the point of referral for crucial cases such as inventory discrepancies or urgent orders
• Implement measures to ensure inventory accuracy and prevent discrepancies
• Coordinate annual stock takes and cycle counting procedures
• Follow proper slotting procedures to optimise warehouse layout and efficiency
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Verify order accuracy before shipping, maintaining high quality control standards
• Investigate incidents and report to management
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement
• Monitor productivity and stock levels, identifying and implementing improvements
• Utilise 5S methodology to maintain an organised warehouse environment
• Ensure daily maintenance of warehouse equipment to minimise downtime

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in a similar fulfilment environment
• Strong leadership skills demonstrated in a supervisory role
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, inventory management, and logistics
• Familiarity with relevant software systems for inventory tracking
• Health and safety certification (preferred)
• Lean Six Sigma certification or training (advantageous)
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle

Additional Information

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