Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Warehouse Lead to oversee daily operations within our clients warehouse. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring efficient shipping and receiving processes, managing the processes and leading a team to maintain high standards of safety and productivity. This position requires strong communication skills, a can do attitude as well as familiarity with warehouse management systems.
Duties:
- Supervise and coordinate daily warehouse activities, including shipping, receiving, and inventory management.
- Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with team members to foster a collaborative work environment.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices in materials handling.
- Perform heavy lifting tasks as required for loading and unloading goods.
- Maintain accurate records of inventory levels using the warehouse management system.
- Train new staff on warehouse procedures, equipment operation, and safety protocols.
- Conduct regular inspections of the warehouse to ensure cleanliness and organisation.
- Provide on-the-job training for new hires and ongoing training to current employees to ensure high performance and compliance.
- Support the continuous improvement of team skills and knowledge through workshops or other development programs.
- Address and resolve any operational challenges or conflicts within the team.
- Manage issue escalation and coordinate with other departments to ensure efficient problem resolution.
Requirements
- Proven experience in a warehouse environment, preferably in a supervisory or lead role.
- Strong knowledge of shipping and receiving processes.
- Proficiency in operating forklifts; certification is preferred but not mandatory.
- Familiarity with warehouse management systems for tracking inventory.
- Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail.
- Strong communication skills to effectively lead a team and liaise with other departments.
- Oversee daily warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping of goods.
- Ensure that all orders are fulfilled in a timely and accurate manner, following standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Manage inventory control processes, including cycle counts, stock replenishment, and accuracy of product locations.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proficient in warehouse management systems (WMS) and other related software. Mainly Mintsoft Preferred not essential )
- Knowledge of inventory management and order fulfillment processes. (Preferred not essential )
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Monday till friday shifts are 8am-5pm, 11am-8pm
Weekends - 8am-5pm - weekend rota to cover both days
If you are passionate about leading a team in a fast-paced environment and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as Warehouse Lead.