Job Description
Operations Supervisor (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Location:Wellingborough
Salary:£35,090.16 per annum 1345-22.15 Monday to Friday
AtArvato, we’re expanding and areexcited to be opening our new site inWellingborough. We’re looking for an experienced and motivatedOperations Supervisorto join us on a12-month fixed-term contract, playing a key role in leading our warehouse operation and ensuring exceptional service for our customers.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced logistics environment and enjoys developing high‑performing teams while driving operational excellence.
What you’ll be doing
As an Operations Supervisor, you’ll be responsible for leading a team to safely deliver daily operational targets while maintaining the highest standards of quality, productivity and customer service. Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading, motivating and developing a team to achieve operational KPIs.
- Driving a positive culture focused on safety, engagement and continuous improvement.
- Monitoring productivity, quality and service levels to ensure customer expectations are exceeded.
- Managing staffing levels, performance, attendance and employee development.
- Working collaboratively with internal departments to resolve operational challenges.
- Supporting process improvements and implementing best practice across the operation.
- Ensuring compliance with health & safety procedures and company policies.
- Producing and analysing operational reports to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
Qualifications
What we’re looking for:
You’ll be an enthusiastic people leader with experience supervising warehouse or logistics operations. You’ll also bring:
- Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics or distribution leadership role.
- Strong people management and coaching skills.
- Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach.
- Experience managing KPIs and operational performance.
- The ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining high standards.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office, with experience using warehouse management systems, SAP knowledge is very desirable.
- Knowledge of leading teams on MHE-VNA is desirable
Additional Information
- 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays with the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days
- Pension contribution
- A life assurance policy that pays out 4 x Salary
- Employee Assistance Programme that provides you with confidential support, information, and advice to help you
- Employee Discount Scheme through Benefit Hub
- Free car parking
Job Segment: Logistics, Supply Chain Manager, Operations Manager, Supply Chain, Warehouse, Operations, Manufacturing
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