We’re a team of drinks industry obsessives, driven by supporting the trade – day in and day out. Passion paired with unparalleled industry insight means we’re always moving forward, collaborating with our customers to understand their needs and support their future growth. We are one of the UK’s largest drinks wholesalers, supplying drinks to thousands of venues across the UK, from luxury hotels and event spaces to local restaurants and pubs. With over 200 years of on-trade experience, our expertise is a key asset in the industry.
About the Role
We are seeking a Warehouse Team Leader to oversee a warehouse picking team, ensuring efficient completion of duties to meet customer service and productivity targets.
Key Responsibilities
1. Assign work to the warehouse team, monitor performance, and take corrective actions as needed.
2. Ensure inventory is accurately picked, checked, loaded, replenished, and stored, complying with procedures to meet KPIs.
3. Utilize in-house systems for stock management, order picking, and shipment preparation.
4. Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to plan and lead team activities.
5. Operate equipment safely and effectively, in line with statutory and company policies.
6. Provide training to staff and maintain training records, identifying further training needs.
7. Train temporary staff on picking, loading, manual handling, security, and safety procedures.
8. Maintain high standards of housekeeping and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
9. Complete all warehouse administration accurately and promptly.
10. Regularly inspect equipment, record damages, and coordinate remedial actions.
11. Assist with employee relations, including disciplinary and capability investigations.
12. Conduct 1-2-1 meetings with staff, providing feedback and addressing issues proactively.
13. Provide cover for Warehouse Controllers as required.
About You
* Experience in warehouse management and WMS systems.
* Hold Reach and Counterbalance forklift licenses (preferred).
About Us
Operating through brands like Matthew Clark, Bibendum, Tennent’s, and Bulmers Ireland, we have a leading market presence with a broad range of beverages. Our portfolio includes Irish cider, Scottish beer, premium international ciders, and craft beers. We are committed to sustainability, supporting our people, and fostering a diverse, inclusive culture. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and encourage those with relevant experience to apply. For accommodations during the interview process, please contact us.
Note: We do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. For applications, please apply through our candidate portal: https://careers.candcgroupplc.com/vacancies/.
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