Warehouse Operative at Bensons for Beds

Hyndburn, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Mar, 26

Salary

28475.0

Posted On

22 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Team Development, Performance Improvement, Problem Solving, Warehouse Management Systems, Stock Control, Health and Safety, Coaching, Mentoring, Communication, Resource Planning, Continuous Improvement, Engagement, Wellbeing, Analytical Skills, Logistics

Industry

Retail

Description

Warehouse Team Lead Location: | 40 Hours per Week | Monday-Friday | £28,475 At Bensons for Beds, we believe great sleep starts with great teamwork. As a Warehouse Team Leader, you’ll help drive a positive, productive environment where every delivery counts. Your Purpose You’ll lead and motivate a team of warehouse operatives, overseeing the smooth flow of goods in and out of the warehouse using WMS systems. You’ll also contribute to optimising our home delivery operation to help us maintain a world-class customer service standard. Please note: This is a physically demanding role involving the loading of heavy items such as mattresses, bed frames, and bedroom furniture. What You’ll Be Doing - Oversee warehouse operations and Plan and coordinate resources effectively - Communicate issues, performance metrics, and operational updates - Ensure all operational processes are adhered to, driving a continuous improvement culture - Taking full responsibility for the engagement and wellbeing of all colleagues within the shift. - Recruit, coach, mentor, and support training plans to build team talent and succession plans. - Monitor shift performance and report weekly on successes and areas for improvement - Manage stock movement using WMS, including receiving, dispatching, returns, and stock counting - Plan and manage team rotas alongside the Supervisor - Uphold high standards of health and safety through daily checks - Act as deputy for the Supervisor when required - Promote a clean, organised, and pride-driven warehouse environment What You Bring to the Sleepover Essential: · 2+ years’ experience in an operational, warehouse, or logistics role · Strong leadership with a proven ability to lead, engage and develop teams · Demonstrated success in improving team performance and efficiency · Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and computer skills · Able to solve problems and tackle challenges with speed and precision. Desirable: · Experience in a fast-paced warehouse and transport home delivery environment, involving large goods. · IOSH qualified. · Proficiency in transport, warehouse and stock control management systems and tools Here’s What You Get: · Employee discount scheme for Bensons products (50% off products) · Life Assurance · Medicash - cashback options for Health and wellbeing services (dental, optical, virtual GP, other healthcare services and more) · Income Protection - for peace of mind if you’re off work long term due to illness · Pension scheme – provided by Legal & General · Discounted Gym membership · Cycle to Work scheme · Annual leave buy & sell scheme – you can top up your holiday entitlement or sell unused days to suit you · Enhanced maternity and adoption leave · Access to Retail Trust services (guidance and support on retail issues, mental health, wellbeing & financial topics) · Learning and development programmes to gain new knowledge and skills · Career progression – access to internal opportunities to build your career within Bensons for Beds · Long service awards and ‘Love to Shop’ voucher rewards to spend as you like (*qualifying periods and terms apply) Ready to Lead a Well-Rested Operation? Apply today to join a company where your leadership

Responsibilities

You will lead and motivate a team of warehouse operatives while overseeing the smooth flow of goods in and out of the warehouse. Additionally, you will contribute to optimizing the home delivery operation to maintain high customer service standards.