Warehouse Team Leader

<p>Want to be part of a UK hub, in a global business that is scaling rapidly, evolving fast and radically changing the decades old delivery universe? If so, read on, as we’re looking for a ­­­­Warehouse Team Leader to join our Maidstone team!</p><p><span>The InPost&nbsp;Newstrade division specialises in final-mile delivery for newspaper publishers and magazine distributors, covering 75% of the UK and Ireland with a 45% market share. Operating from 36 locations, it delivers almost 1bn newspapers, magazines, and collectibles to around 21,000 customers. The division includes core final-mile operations, magazine primary distribution, corporate distribution, outsourced retail consultancy, and airside media placement.&nbsp;</span></p><p>As our network grows at lightning speed, so do the opportunities within it. This is your chance to be part of something big, where every day is fast-paced, impactful, and full of possibilities.</p><figure><lite-vimeo videoid="909094847" title="Play: Video"></lite-vimeo></figure><p><br><strong>About the role:</strong></p><p>Ready to Lead, Inspire, and Make a Real Impact?</p><p>Join InPost Newstrade as a Warehouse Team Leader and take the next step in your leadership career.</p><p>Are you looking for a role where your leadership truly makes a difference? At InPost Newstrade, one of the UK’s leading distribution brands, we’re seeking a motivated and driven Warehouse Team Leader to help shape performance and build a high performing team within our fast paced operation.</p><p>As a key leader on the warehouse floor, you’ll do more than manage day-to-day activity you’ll lead by example, inspire your team, and create a positive, results driven culture. Your influence will be central to achieving productivity targets, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring smooth, efficient operations during shifts.</p><p><strong>📍&nbsp;Location:&nbsp;</strong>Unit C Larkfield Industrial Estate, New Hythe Lane, Aylesford, ME20 6SW</p><p><strong>📅&nbsp;Shift Pattern:&nbsp;</strong>Tuesday - Saturday</p><p><strong>🕒&nbsp;Hours:&nbsp;</strong>Tuesday 08:00am - 15:30pm / Wednesday 08:00am - 16:00pm / Thursday 08:00am - 16:30pm / Friday 08:00am - 16:00pm / Saturday 08:00am - 17:00pm</p><p><strong>💰&nbsp;Salary:&nbsp;</strong>£25,513.41 per annum</p><p><strong><br>What you’ll be doing:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Lead and inspire a dedicated Returns Warehouse team, driving performance and fostering a positive, results-focused culture.</p></li><li><p>Work closely with Warehouse Management to ensure returns targets are consistently met and exceeded.</p></li><li><p>Act as the first point of contact for Returns Warehouse Operatives, providing hands-on guidance and support to maintain an efficient and accurate workflow.</p></li><li><p>Proactively identify and resolve operational issues within the returns process, escalating where necessary to keep operations running smoothly.</p></li><li><p>Champion quality control standards, ensuring all returned stock is processed accurately and in line with company procedures.</p></li><li><p>Promote and enforce health and safety compliance, setting the standard for safe working practices.</p></li><li><p>Deliver effective on-the-job training and coaching, equipping team members with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to succeed.<strong><br></strong></p></li></ul><p><strong>What we need from you:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Proven experience leading and motivating a warehouse or returns team, with a track record of delivering results.</p></li><li><p>Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, able to identify issues and take decisive action.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support and guide your team effectively.</p></li><li><p>A commitment to quality, accuracy, and health &amp; safety standards in a warehouse environment.</p></li><li><p>Ability to train and coach team members, helping them grow and succeed.</p></li><li><p>Right to work in the UK is essential.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Perks of the job!:<br></strong></p><p><strong>We love to reward our people for the great work they do:</strong></p><p>🪴 Build a secure future with a competitive Pension Scheme</p><p><strong>🌟</strong> Peace of mind with Life Insurance</p><p>🚴 Stay active with our Cycle2Work scheme</p><p>🤝 Get the support you need with our Employee Assistance Program</p><p><strong>The InPost process:</strong></p><p>We pride ourselves on our candidate experience. We want to make this as straightforward as possible, for you and for us! We will try our best to get back to you within a few days to let you know if we’d like to take you to the first stage. </p><p>Throughout our process, you will get the opportunity to meet a cross-section of our friendly team members to get a sense of our culture, and a good understanding of the role, team and business. Our interviews are a combination of skills and experience + values-based competency questions. Your talent partner will guide you through each stage.</p><p>At InPost, we love uniqueness. Our strength is our people.</p><p>We strive to create an open, equal, inclusive environment in which everyone has the opportunity to flourish and be themselves.</p>