Warehouse Team Leader-PM

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced annual leave

Car salary sacrifice

Cycle scheme

Wellbeing apps

Life insurance

Job summary

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader for the PM shift at Mercia Park. You will lead a team of operatives, manage daily operations, ensure KPI targets are met, and uphold safety standards.

You will train staff, maintain stock accuracy, use IT systems for reporting, and collaborate with customers and suppliers to resolve issues and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a warehouse team and driving performance.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with IT systems and data reporting.
• Understanding of health, safety and security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee warehouse operations and KPI achievement.
• Train and develop operatives in your area.
• Maintain accurate stock records and handle stock takes.
• Identify process improvements and implement changes.
• Ensure health and safety standards are followed and manage incidents.

Skills

Motivate and supervise team

Strong communication

IT systems proficiency

Analytical & detail oriented

Health & safety knowledge

Lean techniques

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Dangerous Goods Handling

Supervisory qualification

Tools

Spreadsheets

Databases

Warehouse systems

Job description

Job Req Number: 124633

Time Type: Full Time

At DSV we're building the world’s leading logistics and transport network. With this exciting growth comes opportunity — and we’re looking for new talent to join us.

Role: Warehouse Team Leader -PM Shift

Location: Mercia Park

Days/Shifts: Mon-Fri 14:00 -22:00

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).

What can we offer you?

Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 160,000, operating in over 90 countries.

• 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 which includes access to expert probate support.

At DSV, we celebrate the diversity of our workforce and are committed to further enhancing it. We warmly welcome applications from individuals of all genders, ages, abilities, nationalities, religions, and sexual orientations.

Please be aware that all successful candidates will undergo necessary right-to-work checks and certain sites require 5-years’ worth of referencing and criminal record checks.

We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DSV have engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand.

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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