Warehouse Team Leader

Formed-UK; West Markham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in England is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader to manage operations, ensuring high-quality service and compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate has solid experience in warehouse management, strong leadership skills, and a focus on team motivation. Benefits include 28 days of annual leave and opportunities for development within the company.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing/supervising a warehouse or logistics team.
• Strong knowledge of warehousing, distribution, and supply chain processes.
• Excellent communication skills to motivate and develop team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the Warehouse Team to achieve high performance.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements.
• Monitor attendance and performance of team members.

Skills

Team management

Warehousing knowledge

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Health & Safety knowledge

Organisational skills

Resilience

Leadership presence

Job description

Warehouse Team Leader | Tuxford, Nottinghamshire | Full Time | £34,000-£36,000pa

Our client is a dependable partner for cabinet hardware, furniture components, and consumables — serving the KBB industry with innovative supply solutions and a dedicated team that truly understands customer needs.

They are now seeking a Warehouse Team Leader to support day-to-day operations, lead and motivate the warehouse team, and ensure an efficient, high-quality service for customers.

Are you the right person for the job?

• Proven experience managing or supervising a team in a warehouse or logistics environment
• Strong knowledge of warehousing, distribution, and supply chain processes
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to motivate and develop team members
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and safe working practices
• Highly organised, self‑motivated, and adaptable to changing priorities
• Resilient, pragmatic, and capable of working under pressure to meet deadlines
• Strong leadership presence — credible, approachable, and able to lead by example

What will your role look like?

• Manage, motivate, and lead Warehouse Team Members to achieve high performance levels
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all health and safety requirements
• Conduct MHE checks, report faults, and ensure all incidents are investigated promptly
• Organise and confirm daily labour in consultation with the Warehouse Manager
• Monitor attendance, timekeeping, and performance of all team members
• Maintain depot hygiene and ensure a clean, safe, and efficient working environment
• Report operational issues and recommend improvements to the Warehouse Manager
• Control and maintain the WMS system, ensuring accurate stock and order data
• Oversee order picking accuracy and achieve daily KPIs, including Orders per FTE and Picking Errors
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and training of warehouse team members
• Liaise with internal teams, including transport, purchasing, and customer service
• Ensure IT equipment and materials are properly issued, maintained, and logged

What can you expect in return?

• 28 days annual leave, inc. statutory
• Opportunity to develop within a growing logistics operation
• Supportive and team‑focused work environment

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