Great Bear is a leading 3rd party UK logistics business providing nationwide dedicated and shared user warehousing and distribution solutions for international blue chip clients.

We operate in excess of 7 million sq. ft. of warehousing and operate a large modern commercial vehicle fleet, coupled with an extensive added value service offering.

You will, as a Team Leader, be responsible for a number of operatives and to contribute to the success of all operational areas to meet and exceed contractual KPIs.

Ensuring all aspects of Health & Safety is maintained.

Shifts: 4o4o Days 07:00-19:00

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• To lead a team in the day to day running of the operation across various functional areas
• To assist the management team in resolving any issues within the warehouse.
• Scheduling and supervising the activities and the functions of the warehouse staff.
• Ensuring the proper and timely completion of all warehouse activities.
• To ensure compliance with the Company’s Health & Safety policy and procedures through safe systems of work and practices, good housekeeping and the provision of information and training to the warehouse team to ensure total safety awareness.
• To monitor and motivate a team’s performance against target productivities and customer expectations
• To assist in the organisation of training and development for warehouse staff, including on-the-job coaching, and to evaluate training effectiveness in terms of improved individual and team performance and the maximum flexibility of team members.
• To review with the management team and individual members’ opportunities for improving work methods and practices on a continuous basis.
• To offer regular feedback, formal and informal, on team and individual performance, including behavioural issues and highlighting good performance and areas for further development.
• To monitor and control levels of planned and unplanned absence and take appropriate action to ensure cover, as necessary, and manage reductions of unacceptable levels.
• To participate as an active member of the management team, and to offer suggestions for solving problems, improving efficiency, customer and quality focus and team working.

• Flexibility within the role to be able to cover a variety of areas within the warehouse.
• Able to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of on-site systems.
• Able to work to tight deadlines.
• Should demonstrate the drive and desire to progress.
• Ability to efficiently lead a team, delegate, supervise functions and keep staff motivated.
• Should have good oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills and problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of WMS systems would be useful but not essential.
• Experience in a packing, or e-commerce operation would be advantageous.

• Competitive holidays
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme
• Staff facilities including vending machines, canteen area and free hot drinks.
• Access to our benefits platform: discounts on high street retailers, utilities, holidays and cinema tickets
• Training and development with career progression opportunities and MANY MORE