At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and coordinate daily inventory activities in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at our Brackmills operation in Northampton.
- Benefits: Full-time hours, Monday to Friday, with opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Great chance to develop leadership skills and support a collaborative team.
- Why this job: Be a hands-on leader and make a real impact on inventory management.
- Qualifications: Strong background in inventory control and problem-solving skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are recruiting for a Team Leader, Inventory to join our Brackmills operation. As Team Leader, Inventory, you will play a key role in the day‑to‑day execution of inventory activities across the warehouse operation. This is a hands‑on leadership role ideal for someone with strong inventory control experience who enjoys coaching others, problem‑solving, and maintaining high operational standards in a fast‑paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Leading and coordinating the daily activities of Inventory Controllers
- Monitoring workload priorities and ensuring tasks are completed accurately and on time
- Conducting and supporting perpetual inventory (PI) counts, recounts, stock investigations, and warehouse stock queries
- Acting as the first point of contact for complex stock discrepancies and client claims
- Reviewing stock adjustments, locked inventory, nil picks, and investigation outcomes
- Supporting warehouse teams with stock‑related issues and operational queries
- Ensuring investigation standards, documentation, and evidence‑gathering processes are consistently followed
- Providing coaching, guidance, and training support to team members
- Assisting with audits, wall‑to‑wall counts, traceability exercises, and recall activities
- Identifying and escalating process improvement opportunities
- Supporting supervisory responsibilities during periods of absence
Qualifications
- Strong background in inventory control, stock accuracy, and warehouse inventory processes
- Experience conducting stock investigations and root‑cause analysis
Inventory Team Lead in Northampton employer: DSV - Global Transport and Logistics
At DSV, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment at our Heathrow location that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our employees benefit from a competitive salary package, enhanced annual leave, and comprehensive support through our employee counselling and pension schemes, all while having the opportunity to grow their careers in the fast-paced logistics industry. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and encourages professional development.
Contact Details:
DSV - Global Transport and Logistics Recruitment Team
