Warehouse Team Leader

Culina; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 20 days

Pension scheme 4% employee & 4% ER

Life Assurance 2x salary

Employee Wellness Programme

Eye Care Vouchers

Rewards & Recognition

Employee discounts

Job summary

Culina Contract Logistics in Chesterfield is seeking an experienced Warehouse Team Leader to join our fast-paced operation. The role leads a team of around 10 colleagues across the shift, focusing on productivity, safety and delivering excellent service for our customers.

Working a 4 on 4 off pattern from 6am to 6pm, you will report to the Shift Manager, drive KPI targets, run quality checks and support people processes.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience in a fast-paced operation.
• Experience leading teams or supervising staff.
• Experience handling alcohol products in a Beer, Wines and Spirits operation.
• Strong communication skills to share information clearly and confidently.
• Able to prioritise workloads effectively and meet deadlines in a busy operational environment.
• Proven ability to motivate teams and help deliver or exceed targets and KPIs.
• Confident using IT systems and standard computer applications.
• Professional, approachable and supportive in the way you work with others.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of around 10 warehouse colleagues across the operation.
• Drive shift performance to ensure productivity, service and operational KPI targets are consistently achieved.
• Promote high standards of health, safety, hygiene and compliance, making sure all processes and records are completed accurately.
• Carry out quality and compliance checks to ensure the operation meets customer and audit standards.
• Deliver team briefings and clear communication so colleagues stay informed, engaged and focused on priorities.
• Support the smooth running of goods in and warehouse operations so stock is received, handled and made available efficiently.
• Coach, support and develop team members to maximise performance and encourage progression.
• Support people processes, including investigations, disciplinary and grievance matters, in line with company procedures.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Team leader experience

Alcohol handling

Communication

Prioritising workloads

Motivating teams

IT systems

Professional & supportive

Job description

Who are Culina?

Culina is the UK’s leading independent specialist supply chain partner, trusted by some of the nation’s best recognised food, fast-moving consumer goods (FMGC) and retail brands. We're proud to employ over 22,000 colleagues across 100+ locations nationwide, supported by a fleet of more than 5,500 trucks and trailers delivering every day.

Company Description

Culina is the UK’s leading independent specialist supply chain partner, trusted by some of the nation’s best recognised food, fast-moving consumer goods (FMGC) and retail brands. We're proud to employ over 22,000 colleagues across 100+ locations nationwide, supported by a fleet of more than 5,500 trucks and trailers delivering every day.

We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Contract Logistics division

through flexible warehousing, transport and fulfilment solutions, we simplify complexity, drive continuous improvement and create exceptional experiences for customers. Delivering certainty. Creating value. Enabling growth.

Job Description

Warehouse Team Leader | Permanent Full-Time Opportunities

Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off shift working 6am – 6pm

Salary: £12.71 - £13.13 per hour, plus a £1.00 per hour Team Leader supplement. Overtime is paid at 1.5x the hourly rate for all hours worked above your weekly contracted hours.

We are looking for a confident and hands‑on Warehouse Team Leader to join our Chesterfield operation. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a fast‑paced, modern warehouse environment where you will lead a team to help deliver excellent service for a range of key customers.

In this role, you will support the Shift Manager in leading, motivating and developing the team, while making sure productivity, quality, health and safety, and customer service standards are achieved every day. You will play a key part in keeping the operation running smoothly and ensuring all customer requirements are delivered to a high standard.

What you will be doing

• Lead, organise and support a team of around 10 warehouse colleagues across the operation
• Drive shift performance to ensure productivity, service and operational KPI targets are consistently achieved.
• Promote high standards of health, safety, hygiene and compliance, making sure all processes and records are completed accurately.
• Carry out quality and compliance checks to ensure the operation meets customer and audit standards.
• Deliver team briefings and clear communication so colleagues stay informed, engaged and focused on priorities.
• Support the smooth running of goods in and warehouse operations so stock is received, handled and made available efficiently.
• Coach, support and develop team members to maximise performance and encourage progression.
• Support people processes, including investigations, disciplinary and grievance matters, in line with company procedures.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• Previous warehouse experience, ideally within a fast-paced operation
• Previous team leader or supervisory experience in a similar environment.
• Comfortable handling alcohol products within a Beer, Wines and Spirits operation.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to share information clearly and confidently.
• Able to prioritise workloads effectively and meet deadlines in a busy operational environment.
• A proven ability to motivate teams and help deliver or exceed targets and KPIs.
• Confident using IT systems and standard computer applications.
• Professional, approachable and supportive in the way you work with others.

Additional Information

What is in it for you?

As part of our drive to make Culina Contract Logistics a great place to work, we are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation where we are committed to employee development and recognising success for hard working performers.

Our dedicated learning and development programmes are open to every employee to give you the opportunity to shape your own future within logistics and continue to work in an environment where team culture thrives.

Our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we offer a wide range of benefits which include:

• Annual Leave – 20 days inclusive of the bank holidays.
• Pension scheme – We want colleagues to enjoy a comfortable retirement so we offer a great contribution of 4% employee and 4% employer.
• Life Assurance - 2x your annual salary.
• Wellness – Via our Employee Assistance Programme we offer immediate access to a confidential telephone counselling and legal information service that operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
• Eye Care Vouchers – We can provide you with substantial savings with free eye tests and discounts on prescription glasses.
• Reward & Recognition – We recognise that employees have gone the extra mile via Employee of the Month and Year, special recognition and long service awards.
• Everyday discounts - Via our benefit platform you will have access to over 50 retailer discounts for everyday savings!