Warehouse Supervisor

A manufacturing company is looking for an experienced Warehouse Supervisor to oversee internal logistics and shop floor operations at a plant facility.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Reporting directly to the Supply Chain Manager, you will play a key role in leading shop floor teams, managing inbound and outbound material flows, and embedding core logistics standards to ensure internal production needs are met efficiently and cost-effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily inbound, outbound, and internal logistics activities on the shop floor.

• Lead, train, and empower warehouse staff, ensuring full cross-training and adherence to standard operating procedures.

• Implement and enforce core logistics standards (FIFO, labeling, traceability, stock transfers, and rack/pallet management).

• Lead 5S activities and implement visual management tools across the shop floor.

• Ensure accurate ERP transactions by end-users and address data adjustments or system modifications.

• Proactively identify productivity gains to minimise stock handling effort and transport costs.

• Diagnose operational bottlenecks, manage logistics risks, and foster a strong continuous improvement culture.

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics/Supply Chain, or equivalent practical experience.

• 3+ years of experience in a production, manufacturing, or logistics environment, ideally in a supervisory role.

• Strong knowledge of core logistics principles (5S, FIFO, stock optimisation, visual management).

• Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office packages.

• Background within the automotive manufacturing sector is highly desirable.

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to manage shop floor teams effectively.

Working Hours & Shift Pattern

• 37.5 hours per week

• Initial Pattern (until end of October): Day shift | 08:00 – 17:00

• Subsequent Pattern (from November): Rotating 2-shift pattern

What’s on offer?

• 6-month Fixed-Term Contract (FTC)

• Salary: £35,000 – £38,000 (dependent on experience)

• Immediate start

• Dynamic, continuous improvement-focused plant environment

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