Logistics Team Leader

Warehouse Team Leader

Location: Telford

Salary: £35,114 starting salary

Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off - 12-hour rotating shifts (Days & Nights, including weekends)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Logistics Team Leader to join our clients fast-paced warehouse operation in Telford. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of daily warehouse activities while leading and motivating a team to achieve operational excellence.

This position starts with a competitive salary, with progression to top earnings upon successful completion of the validation process.

Please note: This is a 2-stage interview process, with the first stage consisting of a numeracy and literacy assessment on site in Telford, Shropshire.

Company Benefits:

• £35,114 starting salary, rising to £39,452 with flexibility payment & validation
• Pay increases as skills and competencies are signed off
• Auto-enrolment pension
• Additional holiday after 12 months' continuous service (subject to validation)
• Health cash plan after 1 year

The role:

• Coordinate daily warehouse operations including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch
• Ensure accurate and timely order fulfilment against performance targets
• Monitor stock levels, conduct cycle counts, and resolve discrepancies
• Lead, train, and onboard team members in line with company standards
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organised working environment
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and productivity
• Operate warehouse equipment and report maintenance issues
• Track and report KPIs, identifying areas for improvement
• Work collaboratively with other departments such as logistics and customer service
• Resolve operational issues and team challenges effectively

What We're Looking for:

We're seeking a proactive leader with a positive attitude and strong people skills. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Proven leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to motivate and manage a team effectively
• Calm and confident approach under pressure
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Strong numeracy and attention to detail
• IT proficiency
• Forklift licence (preferred)
• Experience in a busy warehouse or food manufacturing environment (advantageous)

If you've worked as a Warehouse Supervisor, Warehouse Shift Leader, Senior Warehouse Operative, Logistics Team Leader, Distribution Team Leader, Depot Supervisor, Warehouse Coordinator, Inventory Team Leader, Stores Supervisor, or Production Team Leader - we want to hear from you.

Apply Now!

If you're a motivated leader looking to grow your career in logistics and thrive in a dynamic warehouse environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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