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Warehouse Supervisor

Dunstable Permanent £34,000 - £35,000 per year View Job Description
Join a growing distribution business in Dunstable as a Warehouse Supervisor, leading a team of around 50 operatives within a fast-paced pick and pack operation while driving productivity, accuracy, and service excellence. Offering a salary of £35,000 plus overtime, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced warehouse leader looking to develop their career within a successful and expanding business.
  • Must have previous experience working in a fast paced warehouse environment
  • Flexible around working hours - Overtime will be available

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and growing distribution business with a reputation for delivering excellent service and operational efficiency across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to join their busy operation in Dunstable and play a key role in leading day-to-day warehouse activities

Job Description

As Warehouse Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing a high-volume pick and pack operation, leading a team of approximately 50 warehouse operatives to ensure productivity, accuracy, and service standards are consistently achieved. Working alongside another Warehouse Supervisor and reporting to the Warehouse Manager, you will be a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced distribution environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, motivate, and develop a team of warehouse operatives across picking, packing, and dispatch activities.
  • Monitor daily operational performance to ensure orders are processed accurately and within agreed timelines.
  • Drive productivity, quality, and service levels across the warehouse operation.
  • Effectively allocate labour and resources to meet fluctuating workload demands.
  • Deliver team briefings, coaching, and performance management activities.
  • Maintain high standards of health, safety, and housekeeping throughout the operation.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and workflow.
  • Work collaboratively with management and colleagues to ensure smooth operational handovers.
  • Investigate operational issues, stock discrepancies, and process challenges where required.
  • Ensure compliance with company procedures and operational standards.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Previous experience in a Warehouse Supervisor position within a distribution, fulfilment, logistics, or FMCG environment.
  • Experience managing large operational teams within a pick and pack setting.
  • Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to engage and motivate teams.
  • Excellent organisational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • The ability to perform effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.
  • A good understanding of warehouse health and safety requirements.
  • Flexibility to support operational needs and business demands.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary of £35,000
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
  • 23 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Monday to Friday working pattern
  • Opportunity to join a successful and growing business
  • Career development within a fast-paced distribution environment



Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain

Contact
Ben Dunmore
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7120807
Phone number
+442072692133

Job summary

Job function
Logistics
Subsector
Warehousing Management
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Where
Dunstable
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Dunmore
Consultant phone
+442072692133
Job reference
JN-102026-7120807