Warehouse Team Leader Warehouse & Logistics · Warehouse & Distribution · Castle Donington DC in London

Warehouse Team LeadCastle Donington | 40 Hours per Week | Monday-Friday | £30,035

Shifts: 2PM-10PM

At Bensons for Beds, we believe great sleep starts with great teamwork. As a Warehouse Team Leader, you\’ll help drive a positive, productive environment where every delivery counts.

Your PurposeYou\’ll lead and motivate a team of warehouse operatives, overseeing the smooth flow of goods in and out of the warehouse using WMS systems. You\’ll also contribute to optimising our home delivery operation to help us maintain a world‐class customer service standard.

Please note: This is a physically demanding role involving the loading of heavy items such as mattresses, bed frames, and bedroom furniture.

What You\’ll Be Doing

Oversee warehouse operations and plan and coordinate resources effectively

Communicate issues, performance metrics, and operational updates

Ensure all operational processes are adhered to, driving a continuous improvement culture

Take full responsibility for the engagement and wellbeing of all colleagues within the shift

Recruit, coach, mentor, and support training plans to build team talent and succession plans

Monitor shift performance and report weekly on successes and areas for improvement

Manage stock movement using WMS, including receiving, dispatching, returns, and stock counting

Plan and manage team rotas alongside the Supervisor

Uphold high standards of health and safety through daily checks

Act as deputy for the Supervisor when required

Promote a clean, organised, and pride-driven warehouse environment

What You Bring to the SleepoverEssential

2+ years\’ experience in an operational, warehouse, or logistics role

Strong leadership with a proven ability to lead, engage and develop teams

Demonstrated success in improving team performance and efficiency

Analytical mindset with strong problem‐solving and computer skills

Able to solve problems and tackle challenges with speed and precision

Desirable

Experience in a fast‐paced warehouse and transport home delivery environment, involving large goods

IOSH qualified

Proficiency in transport, warehouse and stock control management systems and tools

Here\’s What You Get

Employee discount scheme for Bensons products (50% off products)

Life Assurance

Medicash – cashback options for Health and wellbeing services (dental, optical, virtual GP, other healthcare services and more)

Income Protection – for peace of mind if you\’re off work long term due to illness

Pension scheme – provided by Legal & General

Discounted Gym membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Annual leave buy & sell scheme – you can top up your holiday entitlement or sell unused days to suit you

Enhanced maternity and adoption leave

(*qualifying periods and terms apply)

Ready to Lead a Well-Rested Operation?Apply today to join a company where your leadership helps deliver the best night\’s sleep

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