Logistics Team Leader

We are excited to offer you the opportunity to join our Logistics Department as a Team Leader!

The department ensures that all incoming materials are received, inspected, stored and supplied to production in the correct quantity, at the right time and in the required condition to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations and customer demand.  Operating within a fast-paced environment, the team is accountable for maintaining high standards of health and safety, quality, inventory accuracy, housekeeping and process compliance, while continually seeking opportunities to improve operational performance and efficiency.

Working closely with Manufacturing, Planning, Procurement, Quality, Engineering and other logistics teams the department ensures the smooth flow of materials across the business.

• Leading, supporting and motivating Logistics Operatives, setting clear expectations and acting as a visible role model for company values and standards.
• Coordinate daily start up, work allocation, rotation, break coverage and shift handover to maintain a controlled and efficient operation.
• Monitor operational performance, identify deviations and take timely corrective action within the role’s responsibilities, escalating where additional support is required.
• Promote a safe working environment by reinforcing safe systems of work, completing required checks and supporting incident, near-miss and hazard follow-up.
• Support attendance, capability, training and employee development processes in line with company procedures, involving the Logistics Area Manager and relevant support functions as required.
• Use available digital systems and operational information accurately, ensuring records, checks and escalations are completed in a timely manner.
• Working collaboratively with other Logistics areas and relevant support functions to maintain customer service, improve performance and embed a positive culture of safety, 5S, quality and continuous improvement.

• Experience within a logistics, warehouse, manufacturing or comparable operational environment.
• Leadership experience, coaching, and developing teams to achieve operational objectives.
• Monitoring and reporting operational KPIs and driving performance improvements.
• A strong and visible commitment to safety, quality, customer service and process compliance.
• Confident communication skills, with the ability to provide clear direction, constructive feedback and effective shift handovers.
• A respectful, empathetic and professional leadership approach that creates a supportive, positive and inclusive working environment.
• Flexibility and resilience, with a positive approach to change, digitalisation and new technologies.
• Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and SAP knowledge desirable.