DC Team Leader

About the role

H&M Group is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we

Responsibilities

• At our Distribution Center in Eskilstuna, we are responsible for the logistics operations and the distribution of fashion items to our retail customers in Sweden, Norway, Iceland, Finland and Denmark.
• As a DC Team Leader you lead a high-performing DC team to ensure daily operational excellence, focusing on team development, compliance, and continuous improvement to support customer satisfaction and business goals.
• Your main responsibilities will include:
• Lead and manage day-to-day warehouse operations, ensuring timely and accurate flow of goods across inbound, outbound, returns, VAS, and inventory functions.
• Lead, coach, and support team members to develop skillset, improve performance and retain a high-performing workforce.
• Build a safe, inclusive, and motivating work environment where team members feel seen, heard, and valued.
• Drive engagement and promote accountability through clear expectations and feedback in a fair and consistent manner.
• Support and apply HR best practices and policies eg fair performance management and conflict resolution
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and workforce planning based on capacity needs.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align on daily priorities and support service targets.
• Maintain operational standards, drive simplification, and identify opportunities for improvement through data, feedback, and collaboration.
• Ensure accurate system transactions and inventory integrity through routine counts, audits, and investigations.
• WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH
• You will lead a team of approximately 20 DC Associates, ensuring effective collaboration, performance, and development within your team.
• As DC Team Leader, you report directly to DC Department Manager.
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the DC. Your key partners will include:
• DC Management & Operations Teams
• Human Resources
• System & Automation Teams

Requirements

• We are looking for people with...
• At least 1 year of experience as a formal leader with full people management responsibility.
• Experience delivering high-quality end-to-end processes with strong attention to product care, inventory accuracy, and operational KPIs.
• A solid understanding of garment or goods flow and the ability to take ownership to secure service levels and product integrity.
• A hands-on, pragmatic approach to daily workflow management and operational challenges.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify root causes and find improvement opportunities in productivity, process flow, and system use.
• Experience coaching team members and developing their technical and operational skills to build a high-performing team.
• The ability to support colleagues in understanding systems, logistics routines, and operational standards.
• A structured approach to following KPIs, routines, and daily targets to ensure strong operational performance.
• A good understanding of HR routines, progressive discipline, and employee relations principles to contribute to a fair, compliant, and respectful workplace.
• Good communication skills in both Swedish and English
• And people who are...
• Hands-on, solution-oriented, and comfortable managing day-to-day operational challenges.
• Positive, adaptable, and motivated by change with a strong "can‑do" attitude.
• Curious, flexible, and eager to learn and adapt to new tools, workflows, and business needs.
• Empathetic, proactive, and inclusive leaders who help foster a culture of diversity, trust, openness, and belonging.
• Supportive team players who encourage peer learning and knowledge sharing.
• Responsible, structured, and committed to consistently achieving daily targets and team goals.
• Additional Information
• If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Linigar Albazi (DC Operations Manager), Linigar.albazi@hm.com.
• Sounds interesting? Apply by sending in your CV as soon as possible, but no later than 26 July 2026. Due to data policies, we only accept applications through the career page.

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