Warehouse Team Leader

DCS Group; Banbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Banbury is seeking a proactive Warehouse Shift Manager to oversee daily operations in their fast-paced warehouse. The role involves managing staff, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and maintaining high operational standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in logistics leadership, necessary FLT licences, and strong communication skills. The firm offers various benefits including life assurance and a medical cash plan, alongside opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Medical Cash Plan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Additional holiday for length of service

Staff Shop

Social & charity events

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in warehouse, logistics, or distribution leadership.
• FLT licences for Counterbalance and Bendi trucks required.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee running of Bendi, Yard, Export, Goods Out and Picking activities.
• Plan workloads and ensure compliance with SOPs.
• Monitor performance and support team training.

Skills

Warehouse leadership experience

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Ability to motivate teams

Education

FLT licences (Counterbalance & Bendi)

IOSH Managing Safely

Tools

WMS

Sage

Job description

DCS Group, the UK’s leading distributor, manufacturer and exporter of health, beauty and household brands, is looking for a proactive Warehouse Shift Manager to join our fast-paced Banbury operation.

As part of our warehouse leadership team, you will oversee the day-to-day running of Bendi, Yard, Export, Goods Out and Picking activities. You will manage staff and resources, plan workloads, ensure SOP compliance, and maintain high operational standards across your shift. A strong focus on Health & Safety, equipment availability and continuous improvement is essential, as is the ability to brief teams clearly and maintain effective communication with managers and colleagues.

You will monitor performance, support training, handle issues proactively and ensure all GDP requirements for medicines and medical devices are met. Working closely with Operations Management and HR, you will contribute to a safe, efficient and positive working environment.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience in warehouse, logistics or distribution leadership
• FLT licences (Counterbalance & Bendi)
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
• Working knowledge of WMS, Sage and warehouse systems
• IOSH Managing Safely and understanding of safe working practices
• Ability to motivate teams and drive performance

What we offer:

• Life Assurance
• Medical Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Additional holiday for length of service
• Staff Shop
• Social & charity events

If you’re ready to take the next step in your warehouse career and join a supportive, growing FMCG business, we’d love to hear from you!