Warehouse Lead

Warehouse Lead

We are looking for an organised, reliable and hands-on Warehouse Lead to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of our warehouse. This is a busy, varied role within a small team, with responsibility for overseeing one warehouse operative and ensuring the warehouse operates efficiently, safely and in an organised manner. You will play a key role in managing the movement of goods through the warehouse, from receiving deliveries through to picking, packing and dispatching customer orders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running and organisation of the warehouse.
• Oversee and support one member of warehouse staff.
• Use multi-channel e-commerce software to manage inventory, create shipping labels and dispatch orders.
• Receive, check and correctly store incoming goods.
• Organise stock and ensure the warehouse remains clean, tidy and efficient.
• Pick and pack customer orders accurately and to a high standard.
• Prepare stock such as filling ink bottles and labelling products, including Amazon FBA products.
• Manage stock levels in Amazon FBA, prioritising tasks based on importance/urgency.
• Monitor stock levels and identify any discrepancies, shortages or damaged goods.
• Coordinate with managers and couriers as required.
• Communicate customer order requirements clearly to other teams.
• Ensure warehouse procedures and health and safety requirements are followed.
• Take a hands-on approach to all aspects of warehouse operations.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• Organised and methodical, with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills essential.
• Reliable and able to work independently.
• Confident managing and supporting a small team.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on busy warehouse environment.
• Able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Experienced in goods in/goods out, stock control, picking and packing.
• A good communicator with a practical, problem-solving approach.
• Hardworking and capable of heavy lifting
• Experienced in a warehouse environment.
• Experienced in fork-lift driving – not essential but preferred. Training can be provided if necessary.

What We Offer

• A varied and responsible role within a small, friendly team.
• The opportunity to take ownership of the day-to-day warehouse operation.
• Salary: negotiable depending on experience
• Working hours: 8am-4pm, Monday to Friday
• Location: Mitton Road Business Park, Whalley
• Additional benefits – attractive bonus scheme, an additional day off for your birthday

To apply: Please send your CV and a brief covering letter explaining why you would be suitable for the role.

Work Location: In person