Warehouse Supervisor

Job Title

Warehouse and Logistics Supervisor 

Location 

Cross Lane, Bradford

About Us

Gardner Denver Transport provides equipment which efficiently transfers bulk material from road tankers and other vehicles. As global requirements advanced, we started developing into wider applications and we now produce equipment for alternative markets including specialised transport, on-board power systems for operating/powering other equipment, and bespoke electric compressor packages for e-mobility vehicles.

Within our Bradford facility we design, machine, assembly and install our entire Bulk Powder and Liquid Compressor range for Road Transport Vehicles. Providing our customers with the whole product life cycle is number one for us and with our mobile service engineers we offer from concept design, manufacture, installation and aftermarket support.

Job Summary

To supervise the daily operations of the warehouse and logistics team, ensuring the efficient and accurate receipt, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch of goods. The role involves leading the warehouse operatives, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and operational procedures, and driving continuous improvement across the department. Support warehouse operatives during operational peaks and provide hands-on assistance when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and promote strong HSE practices, ensuring full compliance with IR safety standards, site policies, and safe systems of work, including audits, toolbox talks, and incident investigations with corrective actions.
• Oversee goods-in operations, ensuring accurate inspection, verification, and SAP processing of all incoming deliveries.
• Manage inventory control and stock movements across departments, maintaining SAP accuracy and driving 100% stock integrity through cycle counting and discrepancy resolution.
• Ensure efficient warehouse operations, including accurate picking, packing, and dispatch processes that meet customer service requirements.
• Collaborate with production and supply chain teams to ensure timely material kitting and consistent service level performance.
• Lead, develop, and support a team of operatives, driving KPI delivery, continuous improvement initiatives, and training and succession planning.

Basic Qualifications

• Stacker Truck licence
• Supervisory / Management qualification

Key Competencies

Absolute KEY skills needed for role

• Have a good understanding of how an ERP system operates across all functions appertaining to stock control. Ensure timely and accurate recording of warehouse activities in SAP and other relevant systems
• Be able to solve and correct any issues that are escalated to you from the team reporting.
• Promote teamwork and a multi skilled workforce allowing flexibility to cover for absence

What we Offer

• Company Pension Contribution
• Westfield Health Medical Cover
• 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays (Option to purchase up to 5 days’ pro rata for part time)
• Free parking
• Death in Service Benefit of 4x salary
• Cycle Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme (after probation period)
• 10% of salary in shares after 1 year of employment