Warehouse Team Leader at Bensons for Beds

Castle Donington, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jun, 26

Salary

29515.0

Posted On

26 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Team Motivation, WMS Systems, Operational Oversight, Resource Planning, Communication, Continuous Improvement, Colleague Engagement, Coaching, Mentoring, Stock Movement Management, Rota Management, Health And Safety, Problem-Solving, Computer Skills, Logistics

Industry

Retail

Description

Warehouse Team Lead Castle Donington | 40 Hours per Week | Monday-Friday | £29515 Shifts: 2PM-10PM 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 (*qualifying periods and terms apply) Ready to Lead a Well-Rested Operation? Apply today to join a company where your leadership helps deliver the best night's sleep title, and click on Draft with Co-Pilot. Please review carefully for relevance.

Responsibilities

The Team Leader will lead and motivate warehouse operatives, ensuring the smooth flow of goods in and out of the facility using WMS systems while contributing to optimizing home delivery operations. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, managing stock movement, upholding safety standards, and acting as deputy for the Supervisor when necessary.