Warehouse Team Supervisor

A well established distribution business is currently recruiting a Warehouse Team Supervisor for its busy Belfast operation. If you have solid warehouse supervisory experience behind you and are ready to move into your next leadership role, this is a strong opportunity within a fast paced, service driven environment.

Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, you will take a hands on role in running the warehouse day to day, keeping output, accuracy and service levels where they need to be while bringing the team on with you.

• Permanent, full time role
• Rotating shifts of 6:00am to 2:00pm and 2:00pm to 10:00pm
• 5 days from 7, including Sundays
• Place of work is Belfast

Salary

• £36,750 basic
• Shift premium of 10%, rising to 20% for night shift
• 5% annual bonus

The Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Oversee daily activity across goods in, picking, packing, loading and dispatch.
• Lead and motivate a warehouse team to hit daily output and performance targets.
• Deputise for the Operations Manager and support the wider running of the warehouse.
• Develop team members through coaching, regular feedback and performance monitoring.
• Monitor and report against operational and service KPIs.
• Make sure warehouse processes, procedures and paperwork are completed correctly and to company standard.
• Keep operational records accurate and track warehouse performance.
• Complete routine health and safety checks, escalating or resolving any issues found.
• Drive a strong health and safety culture on the floor.
• Look for ways to improve efficiency, process and overall performance.
• Liaise with colleagues across the operation to keep workflow moving smoothly.

The Ideal Candidate

• Background as a warehouse supervisor, team leader or in a similar operational leadership post.
• Track record of leading a team and delivering against productivity targets.
• Strong communicator who is comfortable managing people.
• Well organised, with sound administration and problem solving ability.
• Competent on IT, including Excel, Outlook and warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Able to juggle shifting priorities in a fast moving environment.
• Performs well under pressure and keeps the customer front of mind.
• Flexible around hours and the needs of the operation.
• Takes a proactive approach with an eye on continuous improvement.

Skills:
FMCG Distribution Operations Wholesale Manager Warehousing Leader

Benefits:
Excellent Benefits bonuses

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