Deputy Team LeaderStock

Your new company
Our client is a European distribution company, which is going through a period of growth, and they have an opportunity within their distribution team for a Deputy Team Leader.

Your new role
In this pivotal role, you'll be the driving force behind delivering exceptional service to our valued customers. Collaborating closely with the Team Leader, you will play a key role in supporting a team of Warehouse Operatives, ensuring seamless operations and exceeding Service Level Agreements. Achieve and surpass service level agreements and quality standards, with a special focus on optimising the goods in section. Support the Team Leader in delivering efficient stock management preparation, covering good receipts, stock counting, stock consolidation, Consumable Counts, Day to Day Stock Movements, and ad-hoc stock queries. Ensure accuracy of inventory locations, including storage bin set up, allocation and barcoding. When stepping into the Team Leader's shoes, they ensure smooth communication flow for all team members without delay. Provide valuable feedback to the Team Leader on any issues or suggestions that may impact service delivery or quality standards. Ensure that team members adhere to established processes and practices in all assigned activities. Act as a proactive referral point for team members, swiftly addressing any concerns to maintain a positive work environment.

What you'll need to succeed
Strong organisational and time management skills. Thrives under pressure with a positive attitude. Proficient in MS Office, advanced level Excel (e.g. pivot tables and VLOOKUP's). Demonstrable goods-in experience. Health and safety awareness. Excellent verbal and written/electronic communication skills. Working knowledge of health and safety Valid forklift licence (must be willing to undertake course).

What you'll get in return This position will initially offer a salary of between £25,500 and £26,500 starting with 29 days and this will increase to 32 days with length of service. This is a Monday to Friday position, and the hours are
2080 annualised hours, working a shift pattern from Monday to Friday, 7am to 8pm, ( DTL) shifts rotate between 6, 8 and 12 hours in the month. So the 12-hour shifts being towards the end/beginning of the month, a rota is created at least 3 weeks in advance, so a shift pattern is known.
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