Warehouse Team Leader

About the role

We are seeking an experienced, highly organised, hands-on Warehouse Team Leader for the Uniphar Groups' new state-of-the-art facility located in Derbyshire. The ideal candidate must have strong leadership, organisational, and problem-solving capabilities, excellent supply chain experience and a proven track record in warehouse operations. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operational planning, staffing and implementation, ensuring efficiency, safety and scalability. The Warehouse Team Lead will be instrumental in optimising workflow, driving productivity, and ensuring operational excellence in delivering dedicated warehouse-as-a-service to all business units operating within the facility. Key Outcomes and Responsibilities Provide a safe working environment, adhering to Health, Safety and Quality related procedures and ensuring they are always understood and practiced by the team Ensure orders are processed efficiently and that the delivery of product meets customers timescales/requirements Plan, co-ordinate and monitor the receipt, storage, and dispatch of goods Supervise and proactively control order picking, goods in, goods out operations to ensure accuracy with minimum handling and stock damage Organise, facilitate, and manage stock takes at regular intervals Identify errors and eliminate root cause using robust countermeasures whilst adopting the corrective actions to eliminate repeat issues Monitor and maintain stock accuracy by ensuring the physical stock is in line with the warehouse management system to ensure all stock movements are recorded to ensure accuracy Completing and maintaining all daily and weekly reports and logs for the warehouse. Ensuring that all workflow procedures and processes are followed by direct reports. Coaching, training, and guiding direct reports to deliver high levels of quality service to customers, by ensuring all warehouse staff are aware of their responsibilities, monitoring staff performance and providing relevant support To ensure that the warehouse area is kept a clean and safe environment, mitigating any health and safety risks Taking responsibility and ownership in problem resolution. Responsible for overall productivity within the designated team Actively support operational change whilst effectively minimising disruption to production and service. Sufficient proven experience as a supervisor or team leader, in an operational service delivery role; preferably from within a pharmaceutical industry or a supply chain background. Possess the ability to lead and motivate a team of people to succeed by utilising appropriate interpersonal styles including leading by example, setting objectives, and defining responsibilities to give a clear sense of direction Good understanding of customer deliverables and the impact of failure / cost of poor quality Able to achieve results by setting high standards and committing to clear objectives Ability to build and develop successful long-term relationship with customers, direct reports, other teams, and departments. Strong people management skills, with the ability to focus and guide others in accomplishing work objectives, using methods and a flexible interpersonal style, to help build a cohesive team, facilitating the completion of team goals, while valuing each employee as an individual. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and able to establish logical practical solutions Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Previous experience with ERP, WMS and TMS systems Understanding of Goods Distribution Practices (GDP) Understanding of Goods Warehouse Practices (GWP) Monitor team productivity and performance through agreed KPIs and operational metrics, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and service levels Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance warehouse processes, efficiency, and service performance Liaise with internal stakeholders, transport providers, and operational teams to ensure smooth and efficient workflow across the warehouse Working Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm with flexibility depending on business requirements. Competencies Communication skills Highly driven and motivated Organised with attention to detail Team Player Ability to multitask effectively Understanding of Goods Distribution Practices (GDP) Understanding of Goods Warehouse Practices (GWP) Transition Period You will assist in managing the inventory transfer, systems migration, and operational readiness activities. This will include assisting with the physical move of stock, equipment, and key assets while maintaining service continuity. How we'd like to work together This is not a traditional "9-to-5" position; it requires adaptability to meet operational demands, particularly during the transition period. In return for your flexibility, you'll join an organization that values work-life integration and understands th