DSV - Global Transport and Logistics
Warehouse Team Leader
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Warehouse Team Leader | DSV
Role: Warehouse Team Leader
Location: Mercia Park, Unit 6
Contract Type: Full Time | Mon-Fri, 06:00–14:00 (37.5 hours per week)
About the Role
You’ll lead operations in our warehouse environment, ensuring seamless workflows, customer KPI attainment, and a culture of safety, efficiency, and team development. Your responsibility spans day-to-day oversight, team leadership, and problem-solving to deliver exceptional service.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee warehouse operations to fulfil demand and meet business targets.
- Train and mentor warehouse operatives, ensuring high performance and adherence to standards.
- Maintain accurate stock records, inventory systems, and efficiency-driven processes.
- Manage and troubleshoot warehouse systems (integrated, automated, or manual).
- Identify operational bottlenecks and implement process improvements.
- Resolve issues promptly and address customer, supplier, or transport enquiries when needed.
- Generate recurring performance reports and document operational metrics.
- Uphold health and safety standards, including correct manual handling techniques.
- Manage warehouse security, cleanliness, and organisation.
- Support team welfare, including scheduling, disciplinary procedures, and return-to-work interviews.
- Liaise with customers, suppliers, and transport logistics as required.
- Cover additional management duties during absences or leave.
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About You
We’re looking for a motivated Warehouse Team Leader with:
- Proven leadership experience—proven ability to manage a team through guidance, development, and motivation.
- Clear communication—ability to convey expectations and resolve conflicts constructively.
- Strong IT proficiency, particularly with spreadsheets, databases, and warehouse systems.
- Analytical, numerical, and meticulous—excellent attention to detail for stock and operational accuracy.
- Knowledge of health, safety, security, and hazardous goods (where applicable).
- Familiarity with customer-focused delivery models and lean principles (advantageous).
- Relevant certifications, such as:
- NVQ Level 2 (Logistics/Operations)
- Dangerous Goods Handling qualifications
- Supervisory/Team Leader training
- Fork Lift Truck License (Beneficial but not essential if QA holds one)
What We Offer
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A competitive salary within a thriving global organisation—DSV operates in over 90 countries, offering dynamic career growth and collaboration opportunities.
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Flexible benefits, including:
✅ Enhanced Annual Leave—accrual increases with tenure. ✅ Salary Sacrifice schemes for ultra-low-emission cars and e-bikes. ✅ Wellbeing support via WeCare (GP access + mental/physical health advice). ✅ LifeWorks integration for discounts and cashback on everyday purchases. ✅ Life Insurance with probate guidance.
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Access to self-driven career progression within a company ranked as a global leader in transport and logistics.
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Your Next Steps
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⚠️ Pre-employment checks include: – Right-to-work verification – Some sites require 5 years’ referencing + DBS checks
We welcome applications from individuals, however, please be aware CVs from recruitment agencies will not be considered unless directly engaged by DSV.
Why DSV?
DSV isn’t just a logistics provider—we shape the future. Join a high-performance culture where:
✔ Innovation is prioritised as we digitalise and expand operations globally. ✔ Teamwork and ownership drive our collaborative, goal-oriented environment. ✔ Workforce diversity is celebrated, ensuring respect and support at all levels. ✔ Ambition is rewarded within a company committed to delivering excellence.
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