Warehouse Team Leader

ABG Commercial Realty; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Wallingford is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader to supervise a team of 10 operatives. The role includes enforcing health and safety regulations, managing inventory, and ensuring efficient warehouse operations. Candidates should have experience in warehouse supervision and a strong understanding of health and safety practices. The position requires effective team coordination and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising or leading a team in a warehouse environment.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a logistics setting.
• Ability to operate FLTs and manage warehousing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the team of Logistics operatives.
• Enforce health and safety regulations in the warehouse.
• Monitor stock levels and manage inventory accurately.
• Conduct regular stock counts and assist with audits.
• Allocate tasks and monitor performance against KPIs.

Job description

Overview

Warehouse Team Leader - Wallingford. The Warehouse Team Leader reports to the Logistics Manager and is responsible for supervising a team of 10 in the warehouse. The appointee may be required to deputise for the Logistics Manager.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coordinate, and support a team of Logistics operatives.
• Enforce health and safety regulations and operate per company health and safety procedures and ensure the team follows best practices.
• Monitor and manage the storage, kitting and dispatch of goods and materials.
• Ensure stock levels are accurately maintained and recorded in the inventory management system.
• Ensure strict adherence and implementation of FIFO, paying particular attention to the product life cycle by rotation of mouldings, engines, adhesives, electrical and general consumable products.
• Conduct regular stock counts and assist with audits.
• Allocate tasks and monitor team performance to ensure KPIs and deadlines are met.
• Report and investigate discrepancies or damages in stock or deliveries.
• Ensure kits are correctly allocated and processed in WJTs operating systems.
• Assist with training new team members and upskilling existing staff.
• Liaise with procurement, production, composites and other departments to ensure smooth operations.
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement solutions to improve efficiency.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the warehouse area.
• Undertake problem solving and other tasks as directed by the Logistics Manager.
• Be visible on the floor to support the team and handle queries relating to the production line.
• Where required, drive FLTs to support the team in moving goods and act as an additional member on the floor during holidays or busy periods.