Warehouse Team Manager

Warehouse Team Manager – Northampton, Frozen Warehouse Operation (Sainsbury's)

This is a full‑time permanent role in our frozen warehouse operation, supporting Sainsbury's. You will manage and lead your own team, coaching, motivating and engaging them to create a great team culture with a strong work ethic.

Working any 5 days from 07:00 to 22:00.

Salary up to £33,280 per annum plus shift premium of £1.00 per hour on Saturdays, £1.50 per hour on Sundays, and £2.25 per hour after 18:00. You will also receive 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays). Benefits include flexible dental insurance, a company‑sponsored pension scheme, 24/7 online GP, life assurance, a comprehensive employee assistance programme, access to My Benefits platform, cycle‑to‑work scheme, cashback cards, savings scheme, and more.

• Lead operational activities in your area for the duration of the shift to achieve the work plan on time and in line with budget and KPIs.
• Drive performance through effective monitoring, coaching and performance reviews.
• Review all aspects of shift performance, identifying areas for improvement.
• Lead the team proactively to motivate high performance, develop positive engagement and good communication across the operation.
• Manage the warehouse training requirement and function.

• Proven experience in managing a large operational team in a fast‑paced warehouse environment (ideally a food operation).
• The ability to lead continuous improvement projects while demonstrating excellent planning skills.
• Excellent communication skills with a focus on maintaining on‑site engagement.

GXO is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader; we actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.