Warehouse Supervisor

Dsv Air & Sea SAU; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced annual leave

Car scheme

Cycle scheme

Wellbeing app

Life Insurance

Job summary

DSV is seeking a Warehouse Supervisor for our Purfleet operation. You will lead a team of Warehouse Operatives, coordinate daily activities and help deliver safe, accurate and on-time freight movement through our busy warehouse.

You will monitor productivity, train colleagues, complete shift handovers and act as the first line of escalation for operational issues. The role suits someone who thrives on leading from the front in a fast-paced environment and is committed to safety, quality and

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse, logistics or cross-dock operation.
• Previous experience leading, supervising or coordinating operational teams.
• Strong understanding of warehouse processes and freight handling.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and make sound decisions in a fast-moving environment.
• Good IT skills and experience using warehouse management systems.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Commitment to Health & Safety, quality and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Warehouse Operatives during your allocated shift.
• Ensure inbound and outbound freight is unloaded, scanned, sorted and loaded accurately and on time.
• Allocate labour and equipment to meet changing operational demands.
• Monitor warehouse productivity and workflow to achieve operational targets.
• Complete shift handovers and communicate operational priorities clearly.
• Act as the first point of escalation for operational issues and help resolve challenges quickly.
• Maintain excellent warehouse housekeeping and security standards.
• Ensure all activities are carried out safely and in line with company procedures.
• Monitor operational KPIs including productivity, scanning compliance, freight accuracy and on-time departures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance service and efficiency.
• Deliver coaching, training and day-to-day support to team members.
• Promote a positive, accountable and collaborative working environment.

Skills

Warehouse ops

Team leadership

Freight handling

Communication

IT skills

Tools

WMS

Job description

Warehouse Supervisor

Location: Purfleet

Shifts available: Mon-Fri 06:00-14:00 and Mon-Fri 14:00-22:00

Start here. Go anywhere.

At DSV, your work keeps the world moving.

As a Warehouse Supervisor, you will play a key role in ensuring freight moves safely, accurately and on time through our busy warehouse operation. You will lead a team of Warehouse Operatives, coordinate daily activities and help deliver the service, reliability and operational excellence our customers depend on.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys leading from the front, thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in developing people while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and performance.

What will you be doing?

• Lead and support a team of Warehouse Operatives during your allocated shift
• Ensure inbound and outbound freight is unloaded, scanned, sorted and loaded accurately and on time
• Allocate labour and equipment to meet changing operational demands
• Monitor warehouse productivity and workflow to achieve operational targets
• Complete shift handovers and communicate operational priorities clearly
• Act as the first point of escalation for operational issues and help resolve challenges quickly
• Maintain excellent warehouse housekeeping and security standards
• Ensure all activities are carried out safely and in line with company procedures
• Monitor operational KPIs including productivity, scanning compliance, freight accuracy and on-time departures
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance service and efficiency
• Deliver coaching, training and day-to-day support to team members
• Promote a positive, accountable and collaborative working environment

About You

• Experience in a warehouse, logistics or cross-dock operation
• Previous experience leading, supervising or coordinating operational teams
• Strong understanding of warehouse processes and freight handling
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and make sound decisions in a fast-moving environment
• Good IT skills and experience using warehouse management systems
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement
• Commitment to Health & Safety, quality and operational excellence

It would be great if you also have

• Experience within international freight, transport or pallet network operations
• MHE licence
• IOSH Working Safely or a similar Health & Safety qualification
• Experience supporting operational improvement projects

What can we offer you?

• Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 160,000, operating in over 90 countries.
• In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:

• Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme for Ultra-Low Emissions Cars
• Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme
• WeCare App, for support with physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs for you and your dependents.
• LifeWorks app for access to cashback and discounts on high street and online brands.
• Life Insurance and which includes access to expert probate support.

At DSV, we believe every role contributes to keeping global supply chains moving. You'll join a business where teamwork, trust and operational excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

Please be aware that all successful candidates will undergo necessary right-to-work checks and certain sites require 5-years' worth of referencing and criminal record checks.

We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DSV have engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand.

DSV - Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let's grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don't just work - we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company - this is the place to be.

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