Warehouse supervisor team leader - freight

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Warehouse Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day operations of a busy warehouse environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on warehouse professional with strong leadership skills, a commitment to health and safety, and experience managing warehouse operations, shipments, and materials handling equipment.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 9:30am – 6:00pm / Sunday to Thursday, 9:30am – 6:00pm

• Plan, organise and prioritise daily warehouse workloads to meet operational deadlines.
• Supervise warehouse activities, including inbound and outbound shipments.
• Load and unload vehicles and containers safely and efficiently.
• Operate forklifts and other materials handling equipment as required.
• Carry out warehouse administration duties, including receipt and booking-in of shipments using warehouse management systems.
• Ensure warehouse housekeeping standards are maintained at all times.
• Conduct regular warehouse inspections, health and safety checks, and audits.
• Ensure compliance with company health and safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintain the physical security of the warehouse and its contents.
• Liaise with warehouse staff, drivers, import/export teams, management, and third-party transport providers.
• Assist with problem-solving and operational issues as they arise.
• Maintain ETSF records and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Occasionally drive company vehicles for the collection and delivery of cargo.

• Previous experience in a Warehouse Supervisor or similar leadership role.
• Valid and current Forklift Truck Licence.
• Full, clean UK Driving Licence.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse operations and logistics processes.
• Excellent understanding of health and safety legislation and best practice.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Accurate, methodical, and detail-oriented approach to work.
• Ability to identify and resolve operational issues effectively.
• Experience with warehouse management systems and administration tasks.