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Warehouse Supervisor / Stock Control Lead
Bedford
2 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Bedford, Bedfordshire
£32,000 - £33,000 GBP yearly
Distribution
Proactive Global is currently recruiting for a hands-on Warehouse Supervisor / Stock Control Lead to join a busy and growing operation.
This role will take ownership of inventory accuracy while leading and motivating a small warehouse team. You will work closely with the Warehouse Manager and senior leadership team to improve processes, investigate stock discrepancies and deliver measurable operational improvements.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, support and motivate a small warehouse team
* Manage cycle-counting activities and maintain accurate stock records
* Monitor inventory accuracy and investigate stock variances
* Identify the root causes of discrepancies and implement corrective actions
* Work closely with the Warehouse Manager and leadership team
* Lead Gemba Walks and Kaizen activities
* Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality and working practices
* Engage the wider warehouse team in continuous improvement initiatives
* Monitor stock and operational KPIs
* Report progress and highlight areas requiring further action
Skills and Experience Required
* Strong stock control, inventory management and cycle-counting experience
* Previous experience within a warehouse or logistics environment
* Experience leading or supervising a small operational team
* Good understanding of inventory accuracy and stock reconciliation
* Experience with continuous improvement methods, including Kaizen and Gemba Walks
* Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills
* Confidence working with operational teams and leading change
* A practical, hands-on and proactive approach
* The ability to challenge existing processes and deliver measurable improvements
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced stock-control professional who enjoys being present on the warehouse floor and wants to play a key part in improving an operation.
Apply today with an up-to-date CV for immediate consideration
This role will take ownership of inventory accuracy while leading and motivating a small warehouse team. You will work closely with the Warehouse Manager and senior leadership team to improve processes, investigate stock discrepancies and deliver measurable operational improvements.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, support and motivate a small warehouse team
* Manage cycle-counting activities and maintain accurate stock records
* Monitor inventory accuracy and investigate stock variances
* Identify the root causes of discrepancies and implement corrective actions
* Work closely with the Warehouse Manager and leadership team
* Lead Gemba Walks and Kaizen activities
* Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality and working practices
* Engage the wider warehouse team in continuous improvement initiatives
* Monitor stock and operational KPIs
* Report progress and highlight areas requiring further action
Skills and Experience Required
* Strong stock control, inventory management and cycle-counting experience
* Previous experience within a warehouse or logistics environment
* Experience leading or supervising a small operational team
* Good understanding of inventory accuracy and stock reconciliation
* Experience with continuous improvement methods, including Kaizen and Gemba Walks
* Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills
* Confidence working with operational teams and leading change
* A practical, hands-on and proactive approach
* The ability to challenge existing processes and deliver measurable improvements
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced stock-control professional who enjoys being present on the warehouse floor and wants to play a key part in improving an operation.
Apply today with an up-to-date CV for immediate consideration