Warehouse Team Manager

Barker Ross; Stafford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics and supply chain business seeks a Warehouse Team Manager for its Stafford site. The role involves strong leadership, health & safety oversight, and operational excellence within a dynamic environment. The manager will drive continuous improvement while fostering a people-first culture. Attractive benefits include a generous pension scheme and access to health and wellbeing services.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous company pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Cycle to Work scheme

On-site free gym

Subsidised on-site canteen

Employee of the Month and Year awards

20% staff discount with major UK retail partner

Qualifications

• Proven experience in warehouse supervisory or team leadership.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and Health & Safety compliance.
• Flexible and adaptable with a proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee health & safety and environmental matters.
• Provide leadership and communication to support colleagues.
• Monitor KPIs and ensure operational targets are met.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People Management

Performance Improvement

Job description

A new opportunity has arisen for a Warehouse Team Manager to join a well-established and respected logistics and supply chain business at their Stafford site.

This is a pivotal role for an individual with a passion for leadership, operational excellence, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Take responsibility for all Health & Safety and environmental matters during your shift.
Provide clear communication and strong leadership to support and motivate colleagues.
Oversee the coordination and effective handover between rotating shifts.
Interpret customer needs and ensure effective operational delivery.
Ensure appropriate resource levels and maintain a well-trained workforce.
Deliver consistent, high-quality service and strive to exceed expectations.
Lead by example to foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and positive behaviours.
Encourage a proactive, 'can-do' attitude across your team.
Maintain compliance with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Promote inclusion, respect, and diversity within the team.
Drive and manage continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitor and review KPIs to ensure operational targets are met or exceeded.

What We're Looking For:

Proven experience in a similar warehouse supervisory or team leadership role.
A confident leader with excellent communication and people management skills.
Strong understanding of warehouse operations and Health & Safety compliance.
A proactive mindset with a focus on performance, improvement, and results.
Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to thrive under pressure.

Benefits:

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (with the option to purchase one additional week).
Generous company pension scheme.
Life assurance cover.
Cycle to Work scheme.
On-site, fully equipped free gym.
Subsidised on-site canteen.
Access to a wide range of retail and lifestyle discounts via an online benefits platform (including discounted RAC membership, airport parking, and many high-street retailers).
Loyalty bonus scheme: 35 after 2 years, 250 after 5 years, 300 after 10 years.
Participation in a company share scheme.
Access to health and wellbeing services via Health Management Ltd (Occupational Health).
Support through the Retail Trust.
Employee of the Month and Year awards, with additional recognition and reward schemes.
20% staff discount applicable to a major UK retail partner.

Location: Stafford
Salary: 29,000 - 32,000 per annum, dependent on experience plus possible shift allowances
Shift Pattern: Rotating Days (06:00 - 14:00 / 14:00 - 22:00)
Sector: Leading UK supply chain and logistics operation

If you are looking to take the next step in your career and thrive in a dynamic, people-first environment, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

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