At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic warehouse team in picking, packing, and distribution of pharmaceutical products.
- Company: Join a leading pharmaceutical distribution company focused on quality and compliance.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Embrace a fast-paced environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare by ensuring timely delivery of essential products.
- Qualifications: 3-5 years in warehouse/distribution, with 1-2 years in a leadership role.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are looking for two PM Shift Team Leaders with a variable shift pattern from 1.00pm to 4.30am.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The B&S Distribution Team Leader is responsible for supervising day-to-day warehouse picking, packing, and distribution activities to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely delivery of pharmaceutical products. This role ensures adherence to GDP, safety, and quality standards, while leading and developing a high-performing warehouse team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operational Leadership
- Lead, supervise, and coordinate picking, packing, and dispatch activities
- Allocate daily workloads and manage shift planning to meet distribution targets
- Ensure accurate order fulfillment in line with customer and regulatory requirements
- Compliance & Quality (GDP)
- Ensure strict adherence to Good Distribution Practice (GDP)
- Maintain proper handling of temperature-sensitive, controlled, and hazardous pharmaceutical products
- Ensure accurate batch, expiry date, and serialization controls
- Support audits, inspections, and CAPA implementation
- Inventory & Systems
- Oversee picking accuracy using WMS/Kisoft systems
- Conduct and support cycle counts and stock reconciliations
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies, damages, and shortages
- Ensure FEFO/FIFO compliance
- Team Management & Training
- Conduct onboarding and continuous GMP/GDP training
- Monitor performance, attendance, and compliance behaviour
- Enforce SOPs, safety rules, and company policies
- Health, Safety & Environment
- Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety regulations
- Promote a clean, organized, and audit-ready warehouse environment
- Report and investigate incidents, near-misses, and hazards
- Continuous Improvement
- Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Participate in Lean, 5S, or operational excellence initiatives
Experience
- 3–5 years of warehouse or distribution experience in pharmaceutical, healthcare, or regulated industries
- Minimum 1–2 years in a supervisory or team leader role
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of GDP principles
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Leadership and people management skills
- Problem-solving and decision-making ability
- Proficiency in WMS systems
- Effective communication and reporting skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Physical & Work Requirements
- Ability to work shifts, weekends, or overtime as required
- Capability to work in temperature-controlled environments (cold chain)
- Manual handling and standing for extended periods
Hub Training Lead in London employer: B&S Group
As a Hub Training Lead at our company, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and well-being. We offer comprehensive training programmes, competitive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within the pharmaceutical distribution sector, all while working in a state-of-the-art facility that adheres to the highest safety and quality standards. Join us to make a meaningful impact in a role that not only values your contributions but also fosters a collaborative environment where innovation thrives.
