Warehouse & Logistics Supervisor
Location: Great Yarmouth
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Hours: Full‑time
We are seeking an experienced Warehouse & Logistics Supervisor to lead and coordinate warehouse, stores, goods‑in/goods‑out, logistics and division operations within a fast‑moving manufacturing environment. You will drive stock accuracy, efficient material flow and safe, high‑performing operations, while providing day‑to‑day leadership to the onsite teams.
This is a hands‑on supervisory role requiring strong communication, organisation and leadership skills, with the ability to improve processes, maintain compliance and support production demands.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and support warehouse, logistics, dispatch teams
Plan daily workload and allocate labour effectively
Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping, accuracy and compliance
Oversee stock accuracy and ensure alignment with Sage system records
Manage requisitions, stock returns and associated documentation
Ensure efficient picking, kitting processes and stores layout
Identify excess or slow‑moving stock and support inventory control
Oversee all goods‑in and despatch activities
Check, book‑in and process incoming goods
Ensure materials are stored correctly and managed using FIFO
Ensure orders are picked, packed and despatched on time
Manage transport, delivery documentation and packaging material availability
Maintain safe, organised yard areas, including waste and pallet control
Communicate effectively with Production, Procurement and other departments Skills & Experience Required Essential
Experience in warehousing, stores or logistics within a manufacturing environment
Proven supervisory or team‑leader experience
Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
Ability to plan, prioritise and manage a busy operational workload
High attention to detail with strong numerical and literacy skills
Experience using ERP or warehouse systems (Sage desirable)
Competent user of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
Proactive, improvement‑focused approach Additional Requirements
Forklift operation essential (licence desirable; training can be provided)
Full UK driving licence Why Work Through Hales Group?
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