Warehouse Team Leader x 2 - AM

Yusen Logistics (UK) Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unpaid Leave

International remote working

Employee Referral Scheme

Cycle to Work

Critical Illness Cover

Online Fitness Platform access

On Site Mental health First Aiders

Eye tests

Gym membership discounts

GP and health support services

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Yusen Logistics is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader to support the operation at our Sustainable Distribution Centre (NN7 2QA) in Northampton. Shift is Monday to Friday, 6:00–14:00, with a salary of £32,734.78 per annum.

You will lead the shift, ensure goods are safely handled and that procedures are followed to meet customer expectations. The successful candidate will oversee health and safety, staff briefing, and training, and will be responsible for performance and attendance management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a fast-moving warehouse shift.
• Valid FLT licence (counterbalance, reach or ride-on) is required.
• Willingness to undertake training including A4 licence where applicable.
• Strong English written and spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the effective running of the shift and ensure safe handling of products.
• Brief and manage staff, ensuring SOPs and WIs are followed.
• Maintain health and safety procedures and incident prevention.
• Support with training, development and performance management as needed.

Skills

Team leadership

FLT licence (A2)

Safety mindset

Education

Basic education

Tools

MHE operation

Job description

"The Company

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company, we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

We are looking for a Warehouse Team Leader to support the operation at our SDC site. The successful candidate will be expected to take a practical approach to daily activities, leading by example, and must hold a valid MHE licence.

The role will be based at our Sustainable Distribution Centre (NN7 2QA) and it will follow a Monday - Friday 6:00 - 14:00 shift pattern. The role will offer a salary or £32,734.78 per annum.

The Benefits

• Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
• Up to 10 days international remote working*
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Free online Fitness Platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• On Site Mental health First Aiders
• Employee benefits i.e., Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service, Health Cash Plan, Karo Health.
• Tailored development and career opportunities

Key responsibilities

1. Operations
   • a. Oversee the effective running of the shift to ensure products are safely handled through all inbound and outbound processes, ensuring all company procedures are adhered to, to meet customer expectations.
   • b. Ensure all goods are handled correctly to ensure that damage is kept to a minimum and manual handling techniques are followed to prevent injury and harm.
   • c. Responsible for the smooth running of your designated shift, ensuring staff are briefed and managed in accordance with SOPs and WIs.
   • d. Carry out any other reasonable requests to support the effective running of the warehouse, including helping other teams and shifts as necessary.
2. Health and Safety
   • a. Ensure all health and safety procedures are adhered to, including PPE, taking appropriate action where procedures are not being adhered to or could be improved.
   • b. Ensure all equipment checks are carried out in accordance with procedure, taking appropriate action to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
3. Team Leadership
   • a. Ensure all team members are aware of key outcomes, business processes, and expectations and that all associated employee procedures are adhered to.
   • b. Review the training and development needs of functional employees to ensure that employees are trained to the required standards.
   • c. Ensure all company procedures are adhered to, including ER procedures, such as absence and performance management, standards of behaviour, disciplinary, PDR, etc, supporting with investigations and disciplinary hearings, as necessary.
   • d. Ensure all team members receive appropriate training and development, mentoring, and support, as necessary.
   • e. Expected levels of performance achieved in the team.
   • f. All employees' PDRs completed on time.
   • g. All employees provided with clear development plans.
   • h. Team culture enhancing and wellbeing activities defined and implemented.
4. MHE
   • a. Ensure that all MHE is used appropriately, identifying and arranging relevant training to ensure there are sufficient numbers of trained employees to meet business demands.
5. Communication
   • a. Ensure that all business communications are effectively managed and shared with the team as appropriate.

Key requirements

• Good level of general education, including a good understanding of both written and verbal English.
• Literate and numerate.
• Previous experience in leading a team in a fast-moving warehouse operation.
• FLT licence: counterbalance, reach truck or ride-on (A2). A4 category (pallet stacker) will be highly desirable
• Willingness to undertake additional training (A4 licence etc.)
• Awareness of manual handling techniques is an advantage.
• Experience working as part of an automated operation will be advantageous.
• Computer literate.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Flexible and proactive approach.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer that encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.

In Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process, but we encourage candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process."