Warehouse Team Leader
| Company: | Thorn Baker Recruitment |
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| Salary: | £35,000 to £35,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | LE17 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 29 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 29 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Thorn Baker Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Warehouse Team Leader for our client based in the Lutterworth area of Leicestershire.
This is a hands-on leadership role, supporting the day-to-day warehouse operation and ensuring goods are received, stored, picked and dispatched safely, accurately and efficiently.
Pay & Benefits
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£35,000 per annum
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6:00am – 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
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Private healthcare
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25 days annual leave + bank holidays
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Life Assurance
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Employer pension contributions of 5%
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Free on-site parking
The Role
As Warehouse Team Leader, you will provide day-to-day leadership on the warehouse floor, allocating work, monitoring workflow and supporting the team to achieve daily operational targets.
Working closely with the DC Manager and Supply Chain Coordinator, your responsibilities will include:
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Coordinating daily warehouse activities and allocating workloads
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Monitoring productivity and ensuring daily targets are achieved
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Overseeing the safe receipt, storage, movement and dispatch of stock
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Ensuring accurate picking, packing and loading of customer orders
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Maintaining stock accuracy through stock checks and cycle counts
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Investigating and resolving stock discrepancies and operational issues
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Ensuring warehouse equipment is used safely and defects are reported
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Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and health & safety
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Reporting accidents, near misses and hazards appropriately
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Providing guidance and support to warehouse colleagues
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Supporting the induction and training of new team members
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Encouraging teamwork, accountability and high standards
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Identifying opportunities to improve warehouse processes and ways of working
What We're Looking For
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Previous experience within a warehouse or distribution environment
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Previous experience in a
Team Leader or Senior Warehouse Operative position
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Experience coordinating day-to-day warehouse operations
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A valid Counterbalance FLT licence – essential
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Experience operating multiple types of MHE would be advantageous
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Experience working with large, heavy or fragile products
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Good understanding of warehouse processes and stock control
If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV and we will be in touch.
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