Warehouse Team Leader

About the job About the job Loom Talent Limited have exclusively partnered with a well-known Logistics based business in the Bicester area. Our client offers innovative solutions to a ranging client base including: Retail, Packaging, FMCG and General Merchandise. The Role: The Warehouse Team Leader will play a critical role in leading all activity across the operation within their field. This position is a truly exciting opportunity, with lots of autonomy for an experienced logistics & supply chain professional to be at the forefront of a rapidly expanding organisation. Core Aspects of the Warehouse Team Leader role: Reporting Line: Reporting to the Warehouse Operations Manager. Operational Leadership: Take a hands-on role in overseeing daily warehouse and distribution activities, ensuring operational plans are executed effectively. Actively support the implementation of processes and drive day-to-day performance on the floor. Team Management: Lead, coach and support large scale numbers of operatives / deputise for your Shift Manager, maintaining a visible presence on the warehouse floor to drive engagement, productivity and a strong team culture. Client Relationships: Act as a key day-to-day operational contact for customers, ensuring service delivery meets expectations and resolving any issues in a timely and proactive manner. Commercial Responsibility & Budget Management: Monitor daily operational costs, labour usage and resource allocation, ensuring activities are delivered efficiently and within budget constraints. Performance Metrics: Actively track and manage KPIs on a daily and shift basis, taking immediate action to address performance gaps and ensure service level achievement. Compliance: Take direct responsibility for maintaining health & safety standards on-site, conducting regular checks and ensuring all team members follow safe working practices and procedures. Process Optimisation: Identify inefficiencies through direct observation on the warehouse floor and implement practical improvements to processes, workflows and layout to drive productivity. Innovation: Support the roll out and day-to-day use of new systems, equipment and automation, ensuring teams are trained and processes are embedded effectively. Supplier Relationships: Work closely with on-site suppliers and service providers, managing day-to-day interactions to ensure consistent service and quick resolution of operational issues.

The Candidate: The successful candidate for the Warehouse Team Leader role will have the following skills & experiences: A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Background - Essential . 5+ Years proven Logistics & Supply Chain Supervisory or Management experience across Operations - Essential . 3PL Warehouse experience - Advantageous . Experience in an Automated environment - Advantageous . Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams - Essential . An individual truly excited by large scale growth challenges - Essential . Commutable to the Bicester area 5 days per week - Essential . Salary & Benefits Package Salary - £35,000 to £40,000. Plus additional company benefits.