Warehouse Team Leader

Thorn Baker Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Warehouse Team Leader for our client based in the Lutterworth area of Leicestershire.

This is a hands‑on leadership role, supporting the day‑to‑day warehouse operation and ensuring goods are received, stored, picked and dispatched safely, accurately and efficiently.

£35,000 per annum

6:00am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance

Employer pension contributions of 5%

Free on‑site parking

As Warehouse Team Leader, you will provide day‑to‑day leadership on the warehouse floor, allocating work, monitoring workflow and supporting the team to achieve daily operational targets.

Working closely with the DC Manager and Supply Chain Coordinator, your responsibilities will include:

Coordinating daily warehouse activities and allocating workloads

Monitoring productivity and ensuring daily targets are achieved

Overseeing the safe receipt, storage, movement and dispatch of stock

Ensuring accurate picking, packing and loading of customer orders

Maintaining stock accuracy through stock checks and cycle counts

Investigating and resolving stock discrepancies and operational issues

Ensuring warehouse equipment is used safely and defects are reported

Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and health & safety

Reporting accidents, near misses and hazards appropriately

Providing guidance and support to warehouse colleagues

Supporting the induction and training of new team members

Encouraging teamwork, accountability and high standards

Identifying opportunities to improve warehouse processes and ways of working

Previous experience within a warehouse or distribution environment

Previous experience in a

Team Leader or Senior Warehouse Operative position

Experience coordinating day‑to‑day warehouse operations

Experience operating multiple types of MHE would be advantageous

Experience working with large, heavy or fragile products

Good understanding of warehouse processes and stock control