JOB DESCRIPTION Join Kuehne+Nagel as a Team Leader and elevate your leadership journey in the dynamic world of logistics and supply chain management.
Your Role
As a Team Leader at Kuehne+Nagel you will play a pivotal role in leading and motivating a team to maintain high standards of performance and quality. You will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day activities and championing best practices to optimise productivity and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Your Responsibilities
1. Lead and supervise a team - assigning tasks and providing guidance, and writing Performance Reviews in line with policy.
2. Carry out assigned tasks including picking, packing, conditioning service and repair, goods receipt, checking, loading & unloading of vehicles,
3. Monitor and manage sickness levels - ensuring all RTW (Return to Work) interviews are conducted and escalating the process if required.
4. Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and safety standards to maintain a secure and compliant working environment. Also ensuring training is in date and actioned accordingly.
5. Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, productivity, and cost effectiveness.
6. Coordinate and prioritise workflow to meet operational goals and customer expectations.
7. Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, including mangers, supervisors and other departments to coordinate activities and address any issues or concerns.
Your Skills and Experiences
8. Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
9. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate a team.
10. Knowledge of warehouse operations, including inventory management, shipping/receiving processes.
11. Commitment to safety, quality, and customer service excellence.
12. Performance management - experience in monitoring and evaluating team performance, providing feedback and taking disciplinary actions when required.
Good Reasons to Join
If you would like to become a valued member of our team, we will make sure that you’re rewarded for your commitment and expertise. You can join the contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension plan and enjoy our Route 2 Rewards scheme which offers everything from discounts, benefit information, recognition and its own wellbeing centre. We care for our colleagues (and their immediate family) with our employee assistance programme providing access to 24/7 GP, legal and financial advice along with mental health counselling. All of this to help you live a happier and healthier life As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation.