Warehouse Supervisor

at  Austen Group

JOB DESCRIPTION

This role of Warehouse Supervisor reports to the Chief Operating Officer and full training will be given.

THE MAIN DUTIES INCLUDE :

• Ensure that the warehouse operates at peak efficiency — with customer satisfaction the primary goal — by supervising, organizing, and training warehouse employees and establishing, monitoring, and managing area goals
• Train and manage the team to solve day-to-day operational issues and reach short- and long-term performance goals
• Supervise daily operations in assigned area while controlling and managing inventory and logistics
• Review and prepare workflows, staffing requirements, space allocations, equipment layouts, and action plans that meet company standards for productivity, quality, and customer service. Ensuring clear & decisive communication with fellow Supervisors to meet company priorities.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing and enforcing standards and procedures and by complying with legal regulations
  The ideal candidate will have the confidence and experience with people management in Warehousing.
  They will be enthusiastic and self-motivated and keen to work in a friendly team whilst ensuring accuracy of our orders and excellent customer service is maintained.
  Training will be completed at the candidate’s pace and full support will always be available. Whilst practical experience will be welcome we are really interested in the attitude of the candidate and their ability to learn and contribute to our growing business.
  We are based in Tetbury, Gloucestershire and have over 88,000 sq. ft of Warehousing space where we use state of the art barcode scanning system.

THE KEY BEHAVIOURS APPROPRIATE TO THIS ROLE ARE:

Customer Focus * the ability to understand the needs and priorities of customers and the desire to meet their expectations.*
Teamwork and co-operation * the ability to collaborate, communicate, and coordinate with others to achieve a common goal.*
Initiative and Proactivity * the ability to pre-empt problems and seize opportunities without waiting to be told.*
Concern for Accuracy * the desire to ensure accurate and quality work are delivered.*
We aim to attract bright, enthusiastic employees and in return offer them a great place to work!
For the right candidate, we are happy to consider apprenticeship or reduced hours for childcare.
Salary negotiable depending on qualifications and experience.