Warehouse Team Lead: Operations, Safety & People

Tesco; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Booker is seeking a Warehouse Team Manager to support the site management team in efficient and cost-effective warehouse operations. You will ensure the daily warehouse runs smoothly, delivering the required level of service to customers at all times, and manage receiving, storage, picking and dispatch within budget and safety standards.

The role requires experience supervising warehouse teams, strong people-management skills, knowledge of warehouse operations, and proficiency in Microsoft

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent to GCSE 4 and above.
• Experience managing or supervising teams within a warehouse, logistics, manufacturing, or distribution environment.
• Strong people management skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop colleagues.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, productivity measures, and service delivery standards.
• Good understanding of health and safety legislation and safe working practices.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan, prioritise, and manage competing demands.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Customer-focused with a commitment to delivering service excellence.
• Flexibility and resilience in a fast-paced operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily warehouse operations to ensure smooth running and customer service levels.
• Manage receiving, storing, picking and dispatch to meet productivity targets and budgets.
• Maintain a safe working environment through effective team management and adherence to health and safety.
• Plan, prioritise and allocate resources to meet competing demands in a fast-paced setting.
• Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to drive improvements.

Skills

People management

Communication

Organisational skills

Planning and prioritising

Problem solving

Customer service focus

Team motivation

Decision making

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE or equivalent

Tools

WMS

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Booker is seeking a Warehouse Team Manager to support the site management team in efficient and cost-effective warehouse operations. You will ensure the daily warehouse runs smoothly, delivering the required level of service to customers at all times, and manage receiving, storage, picking and dispatch within budget and safety standards.

The role requires experience supervising warehouse teams, strong people-management skills, knowledge of warehouse operations, and proficiency in Microsoft