Logistics Team Leader

Logistics Team Leader

OA are recruiting for a Logistics Team Leader to join our client’s highly successful and growing team.

Are you an experienced logistics professional ready to lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced warehouse environment? A fantastic opportunity has arisen with a well-established and growing company looking for a skilled Material Logistics Team Leader to take ownership of dispatch, inventory, and goods-in operations.

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone passionate about operational excellence, continuous improvement, and team development.

Location: Welham Green

Hours: Monday - Friday. 8am-5pm.

Salary: £30,000-£33,000

Logistics Team Leader Benefits

• Onsite parking
• Private healthcare
• Medical insurance

Logistics Team Leader Key Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of Material Controllers in goods-in, dispatch, and inventory functions
• Oversee picking, packing, and final inspection operations, ensuring high accuracy and efficiency
• Drive adherence to KPI targets including On-Time Delivery, Quality, and Job Efficiency
• Ensure accurate and timely cycle counts (A/B/C classifications) and inventory reconciliation
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies, applying root cause analysis and CAPA techniques
• Champion lean methodologies (5S, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, etc.) across warehouse functions`
• Ensure compliance with Dangerous Goods regulations and internal quality systems
• Liaise cross-functionally with manufacturing, planning, and sales to support production and shipping timelines
• Maintain ERP system (e.g. Epicor) accuracy for all stock movements and non-conforming goods

Logistics Team Leader Skills and Experience

• Proven leadership experience in a warehouse or logistics environment
• Strong understanding of dispatch, inventory management, and cycle counting processes
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Epicor or similar)
• Knowledge of Dangerous Goods Act compliance
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Can-do attitude, team-oriented mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement
• Forklift licenses (Reach & Counterbalance)
• Training in Lean Management / Six Sigma
• Experience using shipping software (e.g., UPS systems)
• Understanding of manufacturing environments and quality inspection processes

If the role is of interest and your skills align, please apply online with your CV.

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