About the role
As Operations Team Leader, you’ll be behind the success of our warehouse operations. Overseeing a dedicated team, you’ll make sure everything runs smoothly, safely and efficiently. You’ll be the person we look to for keeping the team motivated, organised, and performing at their best through training sessions, monitoring attendance and performance, and more. Whether you’re handling communication between team members and managers, maintaining high standards of housekeeping, or getting hands‑on yourself, your leadership will make a direct impact on productivity and safety. You’re the kind of person who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, balancing priorities and adapting to changing needs. If you’re a natural leader with a passion for achieving targets, improving performance, and developing your team, this is the role for you.
What we can offer you
- Company funded Health Cash Plan – providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy
- 5% match pension
- 24/7 E‑Learning modules, Training and Development opportunities
- Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes
About you
Although a track record in warehouse management would be desirable, people management experience gained in other sectors would be considered. You’ll ideally have:
- Experience of working in a fast‑paced environment, preferably from a 24/7 logistics, warehouse, FMCG or similar industry background
- Experience managing a large operation and the ability to liaise at all levels
- Outstanding communication skills and the credibility to effectively build relationships with all team members and management
- Experience of planning and effectively executing a warehouse operation, dealing with all issues and challenges as they arise
Please note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
Operations Team Lead in Oxford employer: Smiths News plc
As the UK’s largest newspaper and magazine wholesaler, we pride ourselves on our dynamic work culture that values teamwork and dedication. Our Operations Team Lead role offers not only competitive salaries and free onsite parking but also a comprehensive health cash plan, pension matching, and extensive training opportunities to foster your professional growth. Join us in a fast-paced environment where your leadership will directly contribute to our success and the satisfaction of over 22,000 customers daily.
