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The Company
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company, we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected, and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
We are currently recruiting for a highly motivated Team Leader to join our team supporting the Yamaha contract, covering two sites in Milton Keynes MK7 8BL and MK1 1LS.
This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing the shift team, ensuring safe and efficient warehouse operations, and proactively managing resources, space, and consumables.
The position involves managing warehouse operations, including inbound and outbound deliveries, while ensuring compliance with customer expectations and the company's safety practices.
The role will offer a salary of £36,053.05 per annum with the shift of Monday to Friday 10:00 to 18:00.
Benefits:
* Up to 25 days of holiday (excluding bank holidays) and 5 days of Volunteer Leave per year
* Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
* Free Eye Test *
* Employee Referral Scheme
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Critical Illness Cover
* Free online Fitness Platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
* On-Site Mental Health First Aiders
* Employee benefits i.e., Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
* Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
* Tailored development and career opportunities
Duties and responsibilities will include:
* Lead and coordinate daily warehouse operations across inbound and outbound processes
* Monitor team performance and provide coaching and support
* Plan short-term resource and space requirements in collaboration with the Shift Manager
* Deputise for the Shift Manager during absences, including shift management and customer liaison
* Ensure adherence to health and safety procedures and complete equipment checks
* Maintain and update Risk Assessments, Safe Systems of Work, and working instructions
* Use manual handling equipment appropriately and monitor driver standards
* Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team engagement, safety, and efficiency
Key Skills
* Literate and numerate
* Previous warehouse experience with people management responsibilities
* Experience using Warehouse Management Systems, including HHTs and UI
* Awareness of manual handling techniques
* Fork Truck licences (Clamp, PPT, VNA) advantageous – training can be provided
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Confident decision-making and ability to manage conflict professionally
* Comfortable using data and reports to inform decisions
* Flexible, proactive, and a strong role model
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Information Technology
Industries
* Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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