Shift Manager (Nights)
Henderson Brown Recruitment
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Leicester, Leicestershire LE1 4PG, England

£32,000 - £34,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- The Warehouse Night Shift Supervisor position is located in Leicester and offers a salary of £34,000 along with 25 days of holiday plus 8 bank holidays.
- The role requires candidates to have previous experience as a Warehouse Manager, Supervisor, or Team Leader, particularly in food, fresh produce, or FMCG logistics.
- The working hours are Sunday to Friday, from 6pm to approximately 2/3am, with flexibility in finish times based on workload.
- Key responsibilities include managing a team of around 25 operatives, ensuring accurate order picking, and overseeing compliance with health and safety standards.
- This position provides an opportunity to improve operations within a supportive team environment, with a two-stage interview process for applicants.
Location: Leicester
Salary: 34,000 + 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Hours: Sunday to Friday (5 nights out of 6) | 6pm - approx. 2/3am
Flexible finish times depending on workload
Exclusive role - 2-stage interview process
Are you an experienced Warehouse Supervisor or Team Leader with a background in food, fresh produce or FMCG? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and know how to get the best out of your team? If so, this could be your next step.
We're looking for a strong, hands-on night shift leader to manage a team of around 25 operatives, pickers, sorters, FLT drivers and admin staff. You'll play a key role in ensuring orders are picked accurately and loaded correctly for next-day delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a warehouse team to fulfil customer orders overnight (chilled/fresh goods)
Ensure correct products and quantities are picked and placed onto cages in order
Oversee FLT drivers loading cages onto delivery vehicles in correct sequence
Monitor performance, manage lateness/absences, and drive improvements
Ensure processes and standards (H&S, food safety, date rotation) are followed
Conduct basic HR duties including disciplinaries and return-to-work interviews
What We're Looking For:
Previous experience as a Warehouse Manager, Supervisor or Team Leader
Background in food production, fresh produce, or FMCG logistics
Solid team management skills - firm but fair approach, able to lead by example
Understanding of food safety, health & safety and basic HR processes
Strong attention to detail and good problem-solving skills
Able to work 5 nights out of 6 (Sunday to Friday), starting around 6pm
What's On Offer:
32,000 - 34,000 salary
25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
A supportive team and stable working environment
Genuine opportunity to improve operations and make an impact
Apply now for an initial conversation - first stage will be a site tour and informal meet, followed by a second-stage competency-based interview