At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic warehouse team and ensure smooth operations every day.
- Company: Join World of Books, a certified B Corporation with a mission.
- Benefits: Permanent role in Coventry with a great work-life balance and time off.
- Other info: Inclusive culture welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment while leading a diverse team.
- Qualifications: 2+ years of leadership experience in a warehouse setting required.
The predicted salary is between 28350 - 34650 £ per year.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Team Manager to lead one of our warehouse operations teams and help us keep doing what we do — brilliantly.
Responsibilities
- Leading the day-to-day running of Inbound or Outbound operations — delivering KPIs, maintaining 90%+ OTD, and keeping H&S compliance front and centre
- Directly managing 6 Team Leaders — coaching, aligning and holding them accountable
- Planning shift resources and working with our recruitment agencies to maintain the right headcount
- Partnering with the training team to ensure new starters receive an excellent onboarding experience
- Investigating people policy and H&S incidents and producing written reports
- Chairing formal meetings including disciplinary hearings where required
- Working closely with the People Team on timesheet approvals, absence management and recruitment workflows
- Championing engagement — listening to your team, resolving queries and supporting site-wide events
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years’ leadership experience in a fast-paced warehouse or distribution environment
Required Skills
- Confident resource planner with experience managing a large, diverse team
- Track record of delivering against KPIs and operational targets
- Solid understanding of Health & Safety procedures
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Preferred Skills
- WMS experience and Lean Six Sigma / IOSH / NEBOSH qualifications are a bonus — not a dealbreaker
Pay range and compensation package
Coventry-based, permanent, with a shift pattern that gives you proper time off.
Equal Opportunity Statement
World of Books is a certified B Corporation. We are committed to building an inclusive team and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. If you’re a warehouse leader who wants to do meaningful work in a business that moves fast and stands for something — we’d love to hear from you. Apply below or reach out directly to find out more.
Team Manager in Coventry employer: World of Books
At World of Books, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that values inclusivity and employee engagement. As a Team Manager in our Coventry warehouse, you'll benefit from a supportive environment that prioritises your professional growth, with opportunities for coaching and development while ensuring a healthy work-life balance through our considerate shift patterns. Join us to lead a passionate team in a purpose-driven company that champions sustainability and meaningful work.
