Inventory Team Leader

We're building the world's leading logistics and transport network, and with continued growth comes exciting opportunities for talented people to grow their careers. If you're passionate about inventory accuracy, enjoy leading teams, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you.
This is an opportunity to join a global business where you can make a real impact, take ownership of your area, and develop your career within a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture. The role is based in Swadlincote, Derbyshire. It is a Mon to Fri position, working a static shift pattern, 2pm to 10pm.
Why Join Us?
· Global opportunities within a market-leading international network.
· Strong focus on career development and progression, with opportunities to learn, grow and advance.
· A culture that values ownership and initiative, empowering you to influence how things are done.
· A stable and growing business operating across a dynamic and essential industry.
· Collaboration across teams and functions, working with colleagues and customers to deliver operational excellence.
About the Role
As an Inventory Team Leader, you'll play a critical role in maintaining stock integrity and ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the warehouse. You'll lead a dedicated team, drive continuous improvement, and act as the go-to expert for inventory processes and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
This is a hands-on leadership role where your ability to motivate others, solve problems and improve processes will directly contribute to operational success and customer satisfaction.
What You'll Be Doing
· Lead, coach and develop the Inventory team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
· Conduct daily team briefings, setting priorities and ensuring all inventory activities are completed effectively.
· Act as the WMS specialist for the department, supporting and training new starters and the wider operation.
· Maintain stock accuracy through cycle counting, location checks, putaway audits and outbound verification.
· Investigate discrepancies, identify root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring issues.
· Work closely with Operations teams to resolve warehouse queries, nil picks and stock variances.
· Maintain fixed pick-face locations and ensure system data remains accurate and up to date.
· Drive efficiency through stock consolidation and process improvement initiatives.
· Record and escalate inventory issues, providing recommendations to improve performance.
· Conduct one-to-one meetings and return-to-work discussions, supporting the development and wellbeing of team members.
· Provide operational support when required and collaborate across departments to ensure exceptional service delivery.
About You
We're looking for someone who combines strong inventory knowledge with a proactive leadership style and a passion for delivering operational excellence.
You'll bring:
· Previous experience within a warehouse or logistics environment, ideally within inventory control.
· Experience leading, coaching or supervising teams.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and implement solutions.
· Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), with the confidence to train and support others.
· A good understanding of warehouse operations and health and safety principles.
· A continuous improvement mindset and the initiative to suggest better ways of working.
· Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
· GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent).
Join a Business Where You Can Make an Impact
If you're looking for a role where you can lead from the front, develop your career, and contribute to the success of a growing international business, we'd love to hear from you.
Build your future with us and be part of a team that's shaping the future of logistics.

Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

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