Warehouse supervisor

Job Description

Job Role: Warehouse Supervisor

Job Type: Permanent, Onsite

Hours: 37.5hrs/wk

Industry: Advanced Manufacturing

Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire

Salary/Rate Expectations: £40,000 to £45,000 per annum

Profile – Warehouse Supervisor

My client is a world leader in the provision of highly advanced technical solutions to Energy sectors. They are currently looking for a Warehouse Supervisor to join their team based at their modern fit for purpose facility. Candidates will have the opportunity to work in an environment where investment is continuous and substantial, technology is leading edge, teamwork is at the forefront of all they do, and personal development is encouraged at every stage. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company that pride themselves on delivering high quality superior products to their sector.

Job Role – Warehouse Supervisor

The Warehouse (Materials) Supervisor is responsible for leading and overseeing daily warehouse operations, ensuring the efficient movement, storage, and control of materials (M&S and FI-related items). This role requires a strong leader with solid experience in warehouse management systems and advanced computer skills to ensure accurate inventory control and operational excellence.

The Supervisor will drive team performance, maintain high standards of safety and compliance, and ensure inventory accuracy both physically and within the system.

Duties – Warehouse Supervisor

• Lead and manage a team of Storekeepers and Materials Specialists, ensuring high levels of performance, accountability, and engagement.
• Ensure a safe working environment, enforcing health, safety, and housekeeping standards at all times.
• Oversee all warehouse activities including receiving, storage, inventory control, and dispatch, ensuring compliance with company procedures.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by reconciling physical stock with system records and resolving discrepancies.
• Manage and monitor purchase order closures in SAP, including follow-up on open POs and "invoiced but not received" items.
• Analyze and act on exception reports to maintain data integrity (e.g., unmatched transactions, pricing issues, inactive parts, system discrepancies).
• Plan and execute cycle counts and periodic physical inventories, including adjustment postings, root cause analysis, and reporting.
• Identify and support intercompany inventory transfers, ensuring proper controls and compliance with procedures.
• Evaluate and implement inventory optimization initiatives, including Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI) where applicable.
• Maintain warehouse-related system parameters and configurations within authorized access levels.
• Prepare and present monthly performance reports and KPIs, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote best practices and ensure effective communication across teams and stakeholders.

Skills/Experience – Warehouse Supervisor

• Strong hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Advanced or intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer systems.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, with the ability to coach and develop staff.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, operational environment with multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

Candidates who are currently a Stores Leader, Warehouse Supervisor, Logistics Supervisor Warehouse Manager, Stores Manager, Materials Supervisor, Materials Lead, Materials Manager and Logistics Manager could be suitable for this position.

To make an application for this role please submit your CV to mark.davis@omegaresource.co.uk or for more information call 01453829529.

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