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Working for our growing IKEA contract at our brand new, state of the art site in Dartford. Customer service will be at the heart of this role, creating a better everyday!

Wincanton are in an exciting growth period having recently won several new contracts and in tender for a lot more! Our people are the driving force of our success, and we think it is important to reward and recognise your hard work which is why our benefits packages and development opportunities are unrivalled.

Why you should work for Wincanton:

• 40 hour working week
• 4 on 4 off shift pattern working 5am to 5pm or 7am to 7pm
• Unrivalled salary – Up to £40,000 dependant on experience
• 20 days holiday
• Extensive retail discounts across all the big retailers including supermarkets, fashion, technology, travel, days out, hair & beauty, sports and much more!
• Permanent employment contract with an ever evolving and growing market leader
• RAC cover
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Extensive wellbeing programmes and initiatives accessible to all employees
• Healthcare cash plan programme
• Pension scheme
• Death in service benefit – although we hope you never have to use it!

What will you be doing as a Warehouse Supervisor?

• Overseeing a small team of warehouse loaders
• Motivate and manage the team to achieve/exceed on performance
• Effective management of resources to achieve KPI’s; cost, quality, service and absence
• Conduct regular individual reviews and where necessary agree an improvement plan
• Process control of orders, loading/tipping of vehicles including a returns operation
• Aid and assist with the development & continuous improvement for all warehouse colleagues and processes
• Daily reporting to both the warehouse and transport management systems
• Ensuring high standards are met in line with Ikea’s quality processes
• Responsible for loading standards and ensuring vehicles are safe and secure to avoid damage during transit
• Ensure Safe Systems of Work processes are followed in the line with site Health and Safety regulations

Relevant skills and experience as a Transport Supervisor:

• Previous experience in supervisory role within warehousing is essential
• LLOP/Counter Balance/Reach Truck/PPT Licenses are desirable
• Strong IT skills including MS Office and the ability to use the warehouse and transport management systems
• Strong communication skills both written and verbally
• Positive and flexible approach
• Able to work on own initiative and comfortable in working to deadlines
• Physically able to assist in the movement of goods which may include bending, stretching, stooping, stepping, reaching and lifting in line with Health and Safety regulations