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Operations Team Leader
Smiths NewsStevenage, England🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 15 Jul 2026
Quick Overview
Salary
£32.8k/yr
Work Type
On Site
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
Operations Team Leader
Full Time - Night Shift
£32825.52 per annum
Full Uk Driving licence required.
Our reputation as the UK’s largest newspaper and magazine wholesaler speaks for itself. Every day, we serve more than 22,000 customers from 34 distribution centres across the country. Behind every nightly miracle is a team of dedicated people carrying out more roles than you realise – we’re the unseen force that delivers. So when we say we’re excited for what the future holds for our customers and colleagues, you can trust we’re as good as our word.
About
the role
As Operations Team Leader, you’ll be behind the success of our warehouse operations. Overseeing a dedicated team, you’ll make sure everything runs smoothly, safely and efficiently. You’ll be who we look to for keeping the team motivated, organised, and performing at their best through training sessions, monitoring attendance/performance and more. Whether you’re handling communication between team members and managers, maintaining high standards of housekeeping, or getting hands-on yourself, your leadership will make a direct impact on productivity and safety. You’re the kind of person who thrives in a fast-paced environment, balancing priorities and adapting to changing needs. If you’re a natural leader with a passion for achieving targets, improving performance, and developing your team, this is
the role for you. Read the full
job description by clicking on the link at the bottom of the page.
What we can offer you
Not only do we offer free onsite parking and competitive salary but you’ll also have access to:
Company funded Health Cash Plan – providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy
5% match pension
25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme
24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunities
Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plan
Colleague Assistance Programme & Colleague referral scheme
About you
Although a track record in warehouse management would be desirable, people management experience gained in other sectors would be considered. You’ll ideally have:
Experience of working in a fast paced environment, preferably from a 24/7 logistics, warehouse, FMCG or similar industry background
Experience managing a large operation and the ability to liaise at all levels
Outstanding communication skills and the credibility to effectively build relationships with all team members and management
Experience of planning and effectively executing a warehouse operation. Dealing with all issues and challenges as they arise
Don’t just take us at our word – experience it for yourself. We’re a business built on support, opportunities, loyalty and care. Let’s make the most of today’s opportunities and look to the future, together. Apply now
Please note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
Full Time - Night Shift
£32825.52 per annum
Full Uk Driving licence required.
Our reputation as the UK’s largest newspaper and magazine wholesaler speaks for itself. Every day, we serve more than 22,000 customers from 34 distribution centres across the country. Behind every nightly miracle is a team of dedicated people carrying out more roles than you realise – we’re the unseen force that delivers. So when we say we’re excited for what the future holds for our customers and colleagues, you can trust we’re as good as our word.
About
the role
As Operations Team Leader, you’ll be behind the success of our warehouse operations. Overseeing a dedicated team, you’ll make sure everything runs smoothly, safely and efficiently. You’ll be who we look to for keeping the team motivated, organised, and performing at their best through training sessions, monitoring attendance/performance and more. Whether you’re handling communication between team members and managers, maintaining high standards of housekeeping, or getting hands-on yourself, your leadership will make a direct impact on productivity and safety. You’re the kind of person who thrives in a fast-paced environment, balancing priorities and adapting to changing needs. If you’re a natural leader with a passion for achieving targets, improving performance, and developing your team, this is
the role for you. Read the full
job description by clicking on the link at the bottom of the page.
What we can offer you
Not only do we offer free onsite parking and competitive salary but you’ll also have access to:
Company funded Health Cash Plan – providing cash back for everyday healthcare costs such as dental, optical and physiotherapy
5% match pension
25 days holiday plus holiday buy scheme
24/7 E-Learning modules, Training and Development opportunities
Sharesave Scheme, Cycle to work schemes, Health cash plan
Colleague Assistance Programme & Colleague referral scheme
About you
Although a track record in warehouse management would be desirable, people management experience gained in other sectors would be considered. You’ll ideally have:
Experience of working in a fast paced environment, preferably from a 24/7 logistics, warehouse, FMCG or similar industry background
Experience managing a large operation and the ability to liaise at all levels
Outstanding communication skills and the credibility to effectively build relationships with all team members and management
Experience of planning and effectively executing a warehouse operation. Dealing with all issues and challenges as they arise
Don’t just take us at our word – experience it for yourself. We’re a business built on support, opportunities, loyalty and care. Let’s make the most of today’s opportunities and look to the future, together. Apply now
Please note: you must have the right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
Skills
Warehouse Management
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