Warehouse/Contracts Supervisor - PM

Warehouse/Contracts Supervisor

Bedford

Hours: 2:30pm-11pm Monday to Friday

Salary: £31,345 - £33,592 DOE 

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Contract Supervisor to lead a warehouse team and deliver outstanding operational services to our client’s customers. This role requires a dynamic individual who can manage daily warehouse activities while maintaining high standards of performance and safety.

Duties

• Act as the senior staff member on the shop floor, understanding customer requirements and driving business improvements.
• Assist managers and supervisors in their roles and help train, develop, and motivate staff.
• Ensure all staff operate within current legislation and maintain a safe working environment.
• Produce regular reports and statistics on operational performance.
• Collaborate with Contract Managers to ensure health and safety management best practices are applied.
• Monitor and manage staff productivity, accuracy, and performance, taking action as required.
• Support stock management and ensure that operational activities, including intake, picking, packing, and dispatch, are conducted accurately and timely.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to enhance operational efficiency.
• Support personal development across contracts within the framework of job descriptions and competency skills matrix.
• Cover for the Contract Manager during specified periods, including holidays and sickness.
• Ensure compliance with ISO accredited standards and environmental policies.

• Experienced in Warehouse Management Systems and warehouse operations.
• Significant people management experience, ideally at a supervisor level within a supply chain environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to improving service quality.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and work under pressure.
• A positive attitude towards customer service and a commitment to safety.
• ILM Level 2 in Leadership and Management (or equivalent), or willing to study for this qualification – desirable.
• Full clean driving licence.
• MHE certifications (Desirable): Pivot Steer, Counterbalance, PPT.