Warehouse Team Leader

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

WeCare App for well-being support

Life Insurance and probate support

Job summary

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics is hiring a Warehouse Team Leader in Swadlincote to ensure smooth operations within the warehouse. You will motivate a team of operatives, manage inventory, and implement process improvements while adhering to health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate has proven leadership experience, strong communication skills, and is proficient in IT systems. This role offers a competitive salary package along with employee benefits such as enhanced annual leave and well-being support.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Warehouse Team Leader with motivational skills.
• Strong communication and leadership skills essential.
• Proficient in IT systems, especially spreadsheets and databases.

Responsibilities

• Oversee warehouse operations to meet customer demand.
• Train and develop warehouse operatives.
• Ensure accurate stock records and inventory management.
• Maintain health and safety standards.

Skills

Team supervision

Communication skills

IT systems proficiency

Analytical skills

Health and safety knowledge

Lean techniques understanding

Education

NVQ Level 2 or supervisory qualification

Tools

Fork Lift Truck License

Job description

Job Req Number: 119672

Time Type: Full Time

Role: Warehouse Team Leader - PM

Location: Mercia Park, Unit 6

Days/Shifts: Mon-Fri 14:00-22:00 (37.5 per week)

As a Warehouse Team Leader you will manage a section of the warehouse, ensuring smooth operations, meeting customer KPIs, and fostering a culture of safety and excellence. You’ll lead a group of operators, providing guidance, support, and development opportunities to ensure high performance and efficiency.

What will you be doing?

• Oversee warehouse operations to fulfil customer demand and meet business targets.
• Train and develop warehouse operatives within your area.
• Ensure accurate stock records, inventory management, and regular stock takes.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate computerised or automated systems.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement recommendations.
• Address and resolve warehouse issues efficiently.
• Prepare regular reports and statistics as required.
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained, and manual handling procedures are followed.
• Manage warehouse security and maintain a clean, organised environment.
• Manage team attendance and support the resolution of people management issues.
• Communicate operational priorities, targets, and requirements to the team.
• Monitor performance, conduct return-to-work interviews, and provide welfare support.
• Participate in grievance and disciplinary processes as needed.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and transport companies when required.
• Step up to cover management duties during absences or leave.

About You

• Proven experience as a Warehouse Team Leader with the ability to motivate and supervise a team.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Proficient in IT systems, especially spreadsheets, databases, and warehouse systems.
• Analytical, numerical, and detail-oriented.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and security requirements.
• Understanding of customer deliverables and lean techniques (advantageous).
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2, Dangerous Goods Handling, or a supervisory qualification).
• Fork Lift Truck License is beneficial.

What can we offer you?

Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to 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, including:

• 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 probate support.