Warehouse Team Manager

Sysco GB; Bicester; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in fresh produce as a Warehouse Team Manager in Bicester. You will lead a team, ensuring safety and productivity while driving performance. A competitive salary of £37,070 and numerous benefits make this an exceptional opportunity for your career in warehouse operations.

Benefits

31 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Early salary access via Wagestream

Additional leave purchase options

24/7 health services

Life assurance

Discounts via Sysco Perks

Product discounts

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Proven track record in performance management and KPI achievement.
• Eager to learn and manage the team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the team of warehouse operatives work safely and efficiently.
• Drive high performance through effective communication and teamwork.
• Identify and improve operational processes.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Company Description

Job Description

Annual salary £37,070 plus a great range of company benefits

Shift Pattern: Any 5 from 7, 14:00 until 22:00

40 Hours

Bicester, Oxfordshire

If you are ambitious and looking to progress your career in warehouse operations, join us as a Warehouse Team Manager at our Fresh Direct (a Sysco Company) Depot in Bicester, Oxfordshire.

You will be responsible for ensuring your team of warehouse operatives work safely and efficiently, achieving key targets. Lead by example, drive high performance through effective communication, teamwork, and strong relationships. Collaborate with the shift manager to plan workload and develop your team's skills to support their career goals and increase shift capability. The role involves paperwork and administration, requiring attention to detail and accuracy.

This busy role requires quick thinking and proactive problem-solving to address operational challenges, escalating issues when necessary. You will seek ways to improve processes and challenge current practices.

To succeed as a Warehouse Team Manager, you should have experience leading a team in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment, preferably in a food-related or similar field. Experience in warehouse operations is advantageous. A proven track record in performance management and KPI achievement is essential. You should be eager to learn, understand the business quickly, and manage your team effectively. Computer literacy, especially with Microsoft Office, is required. You must be comfortable working in a cool environment (thermal uniform provided), able to lift up to 25kg, and ideally have your own transport.

In addition to a competitive salary, benefits include 31 days annual leave (including statutory holidays), a pension scheme, and perks such as Wagestream for early salary access, additional leave purchase options, 24/7 health services, life assurance, discounts via Sysco Perks, and product discounts.

Apply now to join our supportive team.

Qualifications

Additional Information

At Fresh Direct, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We focus on your potential, not just your CV, and are committed to creating a welcoming environment where everyone belongs. If you require adjustments during the application process, contact our resourcing team.

Built on a passion for food, Fresh Direct is dedicated to making life easier for chefs, cooks, and caterers by providing locally and globally sourced fresh produce and dairy across Great Britain.