Warehouse Supervisor

Bedfordshire Source: WhatJobs

£34,000–£35,000

Join a growing distribution business in Dunstable as a Warehouse Supervisor, leading a team of around 50 operatives within a fast-paced pick and pack operation while driving productivity, accuracy, and service excellence. Offering a salary of 35,000 plus overtime, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced warehouse leader looking to develop their career within a successful and expanding business.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established and growing distribution business with a reputation for delivering excellent service and operational efficiency across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to join their busy operation in Dunstable and play a key role in leading day-to-day warehouse activities

Description

As Warehouse Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing a high-volume pick and pack operation, leading a team of approximately 50 warehouse operatives to ensure productivity, accuracy, and service standards are consistently achieved. Working alongside another Warehouse Supervisor and reporting to the Warehouse Manager, you will be a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, motivate, and develop a team of warehouse operatives across picking, packing, and dispatch activities.
Monitor daily operational performance to ensure orders are processed accurately and within agreed timelines.
Drive productivity, quality, and service levels across the warehouse operation.
Effectively allocate labour and resources to meet fluctuating workload demands.
Deliver team briefings, coaching, and performance management activities.
Maintain high standards of health, safety, and housekeeping throughout the operation.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and workflow.
Work collaboratively with management and colleagues to ensure smooth operational handovers.
Investigate operational issues, stock discrepancies, and process challenges where required.
Ensure compliance with company procedures and operational standards.

Profile

The ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience in a Warehouse Supervisor position within a distribution, fulfilment, logistics, or FMCG environment.
Experience managing large operational teams within a pick and pack setting.
Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to engage and motivate teams.
Excellent organisational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
The ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
A good understanding of warehouse health and safety requirements.
Flexibility to support operational needs and business demands.

Job Offer