Warehouse Supervisor

Celestra Limited; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services company in Bletchley seeks a Warehouse Supervisor to oversee daily operations, ensuring stock is accurately processed and dispatched. This role includes supervising staff, maintaining inventory accuracy, and driving continuous improvements within the warehouse environment. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience in a fast-paced setting and a strong grasp of inventory management systems, promoting a safe and efficient workplace. They offer various employee benefits, including a bonus scheme and healthcare coverage.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Career Development

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

25 days holiday increasing to 28

Cycle to Work Scheme

Brilliant Discounts

Fresh Fruit Delivery

Modern Offices

Team Socials

Qualifications

• Experience in leading teams in a warehouse environment.
• Strong understanding of inventory management and workflows.
• Proficient in using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).

Responsibilities

• Supervise warehouse teams and allocate tasks.
• Oversee receipt and dispatch of goods.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Supervisory Experience

Operational Knowledge

Leadership & Communication

Calm & Organised

Hands-On & Practical

Systems & Compliance

Job description

Celestra is a successful and dynamic Company delivering IT services nationally to the best brand names in the hospitality and retail industries. We build on the essential ingredients required to build strong, long-term partnerships. We become an extension of our Clients’ teams as we work together to help them achieve digital visions. With teams spread across the UK, we deliver an exceptional customer experience and speed of delivery which is second to none.

About the Role

You’ll support the Assistant Warehouse Manager and help oversee the day-to-day running of the Warehouse. This role is key to ensuring that all stock is received, processed, stored, and dispatched accurately, efficiently, and safely. You’ll supervise warehouse staff, drive performance, and ensure smooth operations across both goods-in and despatch. You’ll also become a super user of our warehouse management systems and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that promote best practices across the function.

What You’ll Do

• Team Leadership: Supervisory responsibility for operatives, allocating tasks, supporting recruitment, onboarding, and reviews.
• Goods In & Despatch: Oversee receipt, checking, packing, labelling, and timely dispatch of goods, in line with agreed KPI’s.
• Stock Control: Maintain accuracy, manage returns, and conduct regular audits.
• Training & Performance: Undertake performance reviews, coach team members, ensure procedural compliance, and promote continuous improvement.
• Warehouse Layout & Safety: Optimise space, meet H&S standards, through maintaining a clean & compliant environment.
• Collaboration & Issue Resolution: Coordinate with other departments, acting as the first point of contact for your department’s communications.
• Reporting & Improvements: Monitor & own departmental KPIs, support system/process upgrades, and ensure accurate documentation in line with Quality systems.

What You’ll Bring

• Supervisory Experience: Background in leading teams within a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• Operational Knowledge: Strong grasp of inventory management, space optimisation, and workflows.
• Leadership & Communication: Skilled at motivating teams and maintaining clear, confident communication.
• Calm & Organised: Manages pressure well while handling multiple priorities to a successful conclusion.
• Hands-On & Practical: Proactive problem-solver with a positive, solution-focused mindset.
• Systems & Compliance: Proficient in WMS and committed to Health & Safety standards.

What We Offer

• Bonus Scheme (Paid twice yearly)
• Career Development – Ongoing professional development and clear internal progression routes
• Recognition & Rewards – From Star of the Month to Team Hug and spontaneous shout-outs
• Private Medical Insurance – Including 24/7 digital GP access, so you’re covered round the clock.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 confidential support, whatever life throws your way.
• 25 days holiday, increasing to 28 days after 3 years’ service – plus all the UK bank holidays off.
• Holiday Trading – Fancy a bit more time off? You can buy extra holiday anytime throughout the year.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – Plus seasonal health perks like free flu jabs and eye tests on us.
• Tech Payment Scheme – In partnership with Curry’s, spread the cost of your next must-have gadget.
• Brilliant Discounts – Enjoy savings on the high street, in restaurants, and on your travels
• Fresh Fruit Delivery every week, plus breakfast, lunch on site and a cheap tuck shop (everything is 50p)
• Modern Offices – With parking, pool table, ping pong, and our very own pub garden for a proper summer BBQ.
• On-Site Treats – A daily coffee van to perk you up, and an ice cream van when the sun’s out.
• Team Socials – From team parties to charity fundraisers, there’s always something going on.