Job Title: Warehouse Operations Supervisor
Location: Taunton
Job Type: Full-Time

About the Role

An established food distribution business supplying independent retailers across the UK and export markets is looking for a Warehouse Operations Supervisor to support the Warehouse Manager in the day-to-day running of the operation.

This role acts as the number two in the warehouse, combining hands-on operational work with team leadership, process improvement, and ensuring high standards of health, safety and efficiency across the site.

Key Responsibilities

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Supervise and coordinate warehouse staff to ensure efficient and accurate operations

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Pick and prepare customer orders using handheld devices for pallet or courier dispatch

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Manage goods-in processes, including booking stock into the ERP system with batch and BBE information

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Prepare and wrap pallets and parcels securely for transport

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Support daily warehouse operations including order allocation, stock prioritisation, order checking and dispatch

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Load and unload delivery vehicles using a forklift

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Review and optimise dispatch methods across pallet network, courier and local delivery routes

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Support continuous improvement projects and warehouse process development

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Train, mentor and support team members to improve productivity and performance

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Occasionally cover local deliveries using the company electric van when required

Experience & Skills

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Previous experience in a warehouse environment (supervisory experience desirable)

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Forklift licence required

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Willingness to drive a delivery van if needed

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Strong organisation and communication skills

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Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

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High attention to detail and problem-solving mindset

Benefits

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Living Wage Employer

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Company pension scheme

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Employee discounts on food products

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Environmental initiatives including carbon offsetting and tree planting

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Regular company events

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Free on-site parking

About You

You are a hands-on warehouse professional who leads by example. Organised, safety-conscious and proactive, you are comfortable supporting daily operations while motivating a team and improving processes. You remain calm under pressure, communicate clearly and are committed to maintaining high operational standards