Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Team Leader | Industry: Wholesale & Distribution | Location: Coventry
Team Supervision
* Lead and support a team of warehouse operatives across inbound and outbound activities
* Allocate tasks, monitor output, and uphold quality and safety standards
* Provide on-the-job training, coaching, and daily briefings
* Manage attendance, timekeeping, and support performance discussions
Warehouse Operations
* Oversee goods receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch
* Ensure accurate, on-time order fulfilment with minimal errors
* Conduct stock checks and help resolve inventory discrepancies
* Optimise space usage and support stock replenishment
* Enforce health & safety procedures, including PPE and manual handling
Process Improvement & Compliance
* Identify inefficiencies and suggest improvements
* Ensure SOPs and regulatory compliance are met (e.g., hygiene, fire safety)
* Maintain a clean, organised warehouse using 5S principles
* Assist in audit preparations
Systems & Administration
* Use WMS, scanners, or Excel to track stock and process orders
* Submit shift reports (KPIs, output, incidents)
* Coordinate with transport, purchasing, and customer service teams
Requirements
* Experience in a warehouse or distribution setting (wholesale preferred)
* Team leader/supervisory experience desirable
* Forklift or PPT licence (or willing to train)
* Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
* Confident using Excel, email, and scanning equipment
* Hands-on approach; leads by example
* Flexible with shift changes and operational demands
Preferred Attributes
* Knowledge of consumer goods/household product handling
* Familiarity with 5S or lean warehouse principles
* Health & Safety or first-aid training
* Ex-forces background is a plus for discipline and team management
Warehouse Team Leader | Industry: Wholesale & Distribution | Location: Coventry
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