Warehouse Team Leader

Job Req Number:  102370
Time Type: Full Time

At DSV we're building the world’s leading logistics and transport network. With this exciting growth comes opportunity — and we’re looking for new talent to join us

Role: Warehouse Team Leader
Location: Middlewich
Days/shifts: Mon-Fri 08:30-16:30

Are you a seasoned warehouse professional ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a proactive and motivated Warehouse Team Leader to support our Management Team in driving daily operations at our Middlewich site. In this key role, you’ll lead a dedicated team of operators, ensuring smooth, efficient workflows and helping us meet our business goals with precision and energy.

What will you be doing?

•    Lead and support daily warehouse operations to meet business and customer demands.
•    Supervise and train warehouse operatives, ensuring high performance and development.
•    Maintain accurate inventory records and oversee stock movements.
•    Coordinate and participate in regular stock takes.
•    Ensure systems and data are up to date and accurate.
•    Identify and recommend process improvements.
•    Resolve operational issues promptly and effectively.
•    Produce reports and performance statistics as required.
•    Assist in planning for future capacity and resource needs.
•    Uphold health, safety, and manual handling standards.
•    Ensure equipment and vehicles are maintained and fit for use.
•    Maintain warehouse security and cleanliness.
•    Step up to cover management duties during absence or leave.
•    Monitor timekeeping, attendance, and support people management processes.
•    Communicate priorities and targets clearly to the team.
•    Liaise with customers, suppliers, and transport partners as needed.
•    Conduct return-to-work interviews, welfare meetings, and support disciplinary processes.
•    Foster a collaborative, honest, and inclusive team environment.

About You

•    Proven experience as a Warehouse Team Leader with supervisory capabilities.
•    Strong communication, interpersonal, and team leadership skills.
•    Good IT proficiency, especially in spreadsheets, databases, and warehouse systems.
•    Analytical mindset with excellent numerical skills and attention to detail
•    Understanding of health, safety, and security protocols.
•    Knowledge of lean techniques (advantageous).
•    Forklift Truck license (may be required).
•    Warehousing or supervisory qualifications (advantageous).
•    Certification in Dangerous Goods Handling (preferred).

What can we offer you?

Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 160,000, operating in over 90 countries.

In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:

Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.
Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme for Ultra-Low Emissions Cars
Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme
WeCare App, for support with physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs for you and your dependents.
LifeWorks app for access to cashback and discounts on high street and online brands.
Life Insurance and which includes access to expert probate support.

Next Steps

If this sounds like the next step for you, please follow the links and apply with your CV without delay!

Please be aware that all successful candidates will undergo necessary right-to-work checks and certain sites require 5-years’ worth of referencing and criminal record checks.

We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DSV have engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand. 

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 160,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. 

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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