What's in it for you
At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:
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A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
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After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
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10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
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Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
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Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
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50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
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Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
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An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
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After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
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Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
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Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
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Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
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A great holiday package
About the role
The Warehouse Team Manager plays a key role in supporting the site management team to ensure the efficient and cost-effective operation of the warehouse. The role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day running of warehouse activities, ensuring operational processes run smoothly and efficiently at all times. The Warehouse Team Manager will lead and support the warehouse team to deliver high levels of service, maintain operational standards, and ensure customer requirements are consistently met.
You will be responsible for
You will be responsible for ensuring the efficient receipt, storage, picking, and dispatch of goods, maintaining accuracy and compliance with operational procedures at all times. Working within agreed productivity targets and budgetary constraints, you will oversee the day-to-day warehouse operation to ensure service levels are consistently achieved and customer expectations are met.
Through effective leadership and team management, you will drive operational performance, promote best working practices, and ensure resources are utilised efficiently. You will foster a positive, safe, and inclusive working environment by leading on health and safety standards, encouraging employee engagement, and supporting the development of your team. Additionally, you will identify opportunities for continuous improvement, helping to optimise warehouse processes, improve productivity, and contribute to the overall success of the operation along with other team managers.
You will need
Skills Required
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Strong knowledge of warehouse operations within an FMCG distribution environment
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Experience supervising or managing warehouse teams in a fast-paced operation
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Knowledge of health and safety legislation and safe working practices
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Ability to plan, organise and prioritise workloads effectively
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Experience coaching, training and developing colleagues
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
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Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint)
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Customer-focused approach with a commitment to service excellence
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Flexibility to adapt to changing business and operational requirements
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Strong organisational and time management skills
About The Company
Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, 8 distribution centres, 5 Best Food Logistics sites, as well as 6 support centre locations across the UK.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome.
We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers; some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.
We’re proud that Booker is a Disability Confident Committed Leader and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please contact [email protected]
Please note
We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.
On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.
*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*
For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk
