Job Description
Warehouse Team Leader - Nights

We are looking for a  Warehouse Night Shift Team Leader to be responsible for directing the daily activities for a specified area of warehouse operations, including supervision and the proper processing of warehouse operations procedures.

This role is on a 4 day on 4 day off basis.- 7pm to 7am

Night shift, 7pm to 7am - 4 days on/4 days off.  

The Warehouse Night Shift Team Leader is responsible for directing the daily activities for a specified area (team, group) of warehouse operations, including supervision and the proper processing of warehouse operations procedures.

Key responsibilities includes supporting the Warehouse Shift Manager through leading the relevant team in completing warehouse operational work procedures to achieve the shared operational aim of consistently excellent service delivery.

In the absence of the shift manager, the Warehouse Shift Team Leader will take direct ownership for managing, accountability & responsibility for the warehouse team

How you create impact

  • Ensure that a thorough and comprehensive induction is carried out for all colleagues using the appropriate documentation.
  • To ensure that both internal systems - HR.net and HCM is completed for all colleagues in a timely manner and reviewed/actioned regularly.
  • To ensure HR policies and procedures are adhered to at all times.
  • Carry out performance and annual reviews with all colleagues in line with Company procedure, setting objectives, agreeing clear IDP’s and reviewing both twice a year as minimum
  • To effectively people manage and carry out procedures relating to absence management and general operational HR administrative duties
  • Oversee the inbound and outbound Cargo Flows, Manpower, and Equipment & Inventory to ensure costs optimization and deliver consistently excellent service.  
  • Support the Shift Manager in being responsible and accountable for the day to day management of the operation
  • Support the Shift Manager in ensuring all operations are carried out in an appropriate cost effective way.
  • Work with the team to deliver excellent operational management systems processes and best practises 
  • Ensure the warehouse operates in full compliance to relevant ISO 9001 standards, K+N Quality Management System and any customer specific requirements. To create and maintain an environment for continuous improvement. Ensure all processes, space and workload are planned to achieve full efficiency / optimization.
  • Operate within all the guidelines for all KN Chains e.g. PharmaChain and BatteryChain Quality Management System as laid down in P806 and National and local related specific Working Instructions and customer SOPs

What we would like you to bring

  • Ability to lead a team
  • Ability to adhere to tight deadlines in an organised and informed manner
  • Leadership qualities including the ability to enthuse and motivate
  • Good time management
  • Good Communication skills
  • Strong organisation skills
  • Ability to achieve a high level of accuracy
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends when required
  • High attention to detail
  • Customer focused with a proven record of meeting and exceeding customer expectations
  • Accountable and can stand by decisions with a track record of ‘delivering what is promised’
  • Demonstrates a methodical approach to problem solving and implementing projects to tight deadlines
  • A forward thinker with the ability to anticipate changes in customer needs and provides value added solutions
  • Maintains professional and technical knowledge

What's in it for you

As well as our competitive pay rates and superb training opportunities, we also offer a great working environment. You will be respected and valued if you work for us and have genuine opportunities to progress and develop.

 * 26 days holidays plus bank holidays * 2 volunteering days per year * 3 x Life Assurance Option if you join the KN Route2 pension scheme * A tailored personal development and training programme. * Trusted and empowered to deliver and be your best. * Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave * Cycle to work scheme * Discount on high street stores and local supermarkets (Tesco, Asda, Sainsburys & more) * Refer a friend scheme.

Health Cash plans will be also available to you. The easy-to-use plan provides you with a range of valuable cash benefits and services and gives you money back towards the cost of your routine healthcare, up to set limits, helping you to budget for essential health costs such as optical, dental and therapy treatments.

As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

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