Full job descriptionConsula is recruiting on behalf of a fast-growing e-commerce fulfilment business in Milton Keynes, perfectly positioned on the M1 corridor, for a Warehouse Team Leader to join their expanding team. Our client has grown rapidly over the past few years and continues to win new contracts, creating genuine opportunities for the people who help drive that growth.


This is a varied leadership role in a modern, well-equipped facility. You will lead a team of operatives across inbound, storage, picking and outbound operations, making sure customer orders go out accurately and on time. You will be trusted to run your area, supported by an experienced management team.


This opportunity would suit an ambitious warehouse professional who wants to build a long-term career with a business that is going places.


Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £32,500 – £35,000 per year
Employment: Permanent


The Role


• Lead, coach and support a team of warehouse operatives on a busy shift.
• Organise daily workloads and re-deploy people as priorities change.
• Keep a close eye on accuracy, productivity and service levels.
• Uphold health and safety standards and promote a safe working culture.
• Support inventory accuracy through counts, investigations and good process discipline.
• Train and develop team members, including new starters and agency colleagues.
• Work with other team leaders and managers to improve how the site runs.


A Typical Day


You will begin with a handover and team briefing, then walk the floor to check staffing, equipment and order volumes. During the shift you will manage the flow of work, deal with issues as they arise and keep communication open with management. At the end of the shift you will review the numbers, complete your handover and make sure your area is set up for the next team.


About You


• Experience working in a warehouse, fulfilment or distribution environment.
• Experience of leading people, whether as a team leader, senior operative or trainer.
• Strong organisation skills and a practical, hands-on attitude.
• A good understanding of warehouse health and safety.
• Comfortable with warehouse management systems and handheld technology.
• Flexible and reliable, with a genuine interest in developing your team.


What You Can Expect


• A salary of £32,500 – £35,000 per year, depending on experience.
• 28 days’ annual leave including bank holidays.
• Real progression opportunities as the business continues to grow.
• Full training and ongoing support.
• A permanent role in a modern, well-run facility.


If you are ready to lead from the front, apply through Consula today and our team will be in touch to discuss the role.