Warehouse Team Manager - Days

Bidfood UK; Worcester; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday (including bankholida​

Pension 4% matched up to 6%

Life cover

Health plan

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Bidfood UK is seeking a proactive Warehouse Team Manager to lead a busy site, drive safety, service and performance, and support teams across all warehouse functions. The role is fast-paced, requiring hands-on leadership and a commitment to high standards of quality and customer service.

The successful candidate will manage 20+ staff, coordinate with MHE operators, and promote a positive, safety-first culture while delivering efficient operations and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse leadership or supervisory experience leading a team of 20+.
• Proven history of optimising and leading a team towards daily targets.
• Experience with Reach Truck and PPT operations is desirable.
• RTITB trained is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate warehouse operatives and MHE drivers to achieve operational targets.
• Ensure health & safety, housekeeping and pallet safety standards are maintained.
• Monitor productivity, workflow and service levels across the shift.
• Support goods in, replenishment and putaway processes.
• Carry out team briefs, recruitment, investigations and performance conversations.
• Drive a strong one-team culture aligned to Bidfood values: Care, Share, Dare.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Team motivation

Decision making

Communication

Tools

Reach Truck

PPT

RTITB training

Job description

Warehouse Team Manager

About the role

We are looking for a motivated and hands‑on Team Manager to join our warehouse operation and help drive performance, safety and service standards across the site.

This is a fast‑paced role where you will lead by example, support operational teams and ensure the warehouse runs safely and efficiently while delivering excellent customer service.

Shift Pattern

Any 5 days out of 7, to include weekends. 45 hours a week.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate warehouse operatives and MHE drivers to achieve operational targets
• Ensure high standards of health & safety, housekeeping and pallet safety are maintained at all times
• Monitor productivity, workflow and service levels across the shift
• Support goods in, replenishment and putaway.
• Carry out team briefs, recruitment, investigations, return to works, and performance conversations
• Drive a strong “one team” culture aligned to Bidfood values: Care, Share, and Dare
• Coach and develop colleagues to improve performance and capability
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, food safety standards and operational controls
• Work closely with other departments to maintain smooth warehouse flow and customer satisfaction
• No matter what you’re doing, you’ll always be promoting and managing all safety

What We’re Looking For

• Previous warehouse leadership or supervisory experience leading a team of 20 +
• Proven history of optimising and leading a team towards daily targets.
• Reach Truck and PPT experience.
• RTITB Trained (preferred)
• Highly Organised
• Great HR Skills
• Strong IT Skills
• Experience within FMCG, logistics, or food distribution preferred
• Strong communication and people management skills
• Ability to work under pressure and make decisions in a fast‑paced environment
• Good understanding of warehouse health & safety standards
• Experience using warehouse management systems is advantageous
• Flexible approach to shifts and operational needs
• Positive attitude with a willingness to support the wider operation

A journey that gives back

We want your career with us to be as rewarding as possible. So, you’ll get lots in return for your hard work. That includes benefits that can support your wellbeing and financial security, and give you peace of mind.

The essentials

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).
• A pension - contribute 4% and we’ll match you (after year 1, we’ll match your contributions up to 6%).
• Life cover that you can increase.
• Access to confidential support and counselling, when you need it.
• A health plan that gives you money back on everyday medical costs for all the family, as well as access to a digital GP.

The extras

• Exclusive range of high street discounts including cinema, tech, travel, fashion, food and drink.

About us

Our journey began back in 1929. Since then, we’ve continued to build a strong and resilient business with a great future. It's why we believe we’re the best foodservice provider in the country.

A journey that gives back

We want your career with us to be as rewarding as possible. So, you’ll get lots in return for your hard work. That includes benefits that can support your wellbeing and financial security, and give you peace of mind.

The essentials

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) as a minimum and the opportunity to buy more
• A pension - contribute 4% and we’ll match you (after year 1, we’ll match your contributions up to 6%).
• Life cover that you can increase.
• Access to confidential support and counselling, when you need it.
• A health plan that gives you money back on everyday medical costs for all the family, as well as access to a digital GP.

The extras

• Exclusive range of high street discounts including cinema, tech, travel, fashion, food and drink.
• Get paid as you earn - access to up to 20% of your pay before payday.
• Opportunity to buy dental cover and critical illness cover.

We want everyone to join our journey

We’re on a journey towards creating the best possible workplace. We’ve got some way to go, but we’re building a diverse and caring workforce. One that’s filled with forward‑thinking people who each bring unique talents and skills. So whatever your life experience, we want you to join us – and you really can come as you are!