Stores Team Leader
CV-LibraryLS12, Holbeck, City and Borough of LeedspermanentPosted: 5 May 2026
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Our client is a global leader in high-speed precision machinery - a business with a world-class reputation, an excellent working culture, and a genuine commitment to developing its people. This is a business where operational leaders are valued, supported, and given the tools to succeed.
The Opportunity
We're looking for an experienced Team Leader to lead the stores team — overseeing day-to-day operations, driving continuous improvement, and making sure parts reach the production line on time. If you're a hands-on leader who takes pride in running a tight, safe, and well-organised stores function, this is a role worth serious consideration.
What You'll Be Doing
* Leading and managing daily workload for the stores team -receiving, locating, picking and delivering parts to line-side for machine build and sub-assembly
* Supporting team development: training, safety awareness, risk assessments, SOPs and performance management
* Attending daily and weekly stakeholder meetings, running team huddles, and maintaining the team board
* Investigating picking, issuing and stock errors - carrying out spot checks and stock adjustments to maintain parts presentation standards
* Leading mid-year and year-end stock checks and coordinating WIP checks with the Scheduling Manager
* Driving 6S and continuous improvement activities to reduce waste and improve operational efficiency
* Managing HR processes including return-to-work interviews, absence monitoring and disciplinary procedures
What We're Looking For
* At least 3 years' experience in a stores or warehousing role
* Previous experience in a factory or manufacturing environment
* Experienced FLT driver with strong manual handling knowledge
* Confident using WMS scanning systems and MS Office
* Ability to lead a team, prioritise workload and react to urgent requirements
* Strong communicator across all levels - verbal and written
* Familiar with creating risk assessments and SOPs
Salary & Benefits
On offer is a competitive salary of £38,737 plus:
* Up to £2,200 annual bonus
* 33 days annual leave
* Health cash plan
* Enhanced pension scheme
* Life assurance
* Genuine progression and development opportunities
Ready to take the next step? Apply with your CV and we'll be in touch to discuss the role in more detail
Our client is a global leader in high-speed precision machinery - a business with a world-class reputation, an excellent working culture, and a genuine commitment to developing its people. This is a business where operational leaders are valued, supported, and given the tools to succeed.
The Opportunity
We're looking for an experienced Team Leader to lead the stores team — overseeing day-to-day operations, driving continuous improvement, and making sure parts reach the production line on time. If you're a hands-on leader who takes pride in running a tight, safe, and well-organised stores function, this is a role worth serious consideration.
What You'll Be Doing
* Leading and managing daily workload for the stores team -receiving, locating, picking and delivering parts to line-side for machine build and sub-assembly
* Supporting team development: training, safety awareness, risk assessments, SOPs and performance management
* Attending daily and weekly stakeholder meetings, running team huddles, and maintaining the team board
* Investigating picking, issuing and stock errors - carrying out spot checks and stock adjustments to maintain parts presentation standards
* Leading mid-year and year-end stock checks and coordinating WIP checks with the Scheduling Manager
* Driving 6S and continuous improvement activities to reduce waste and improve operational efficiency
* Managing HR processes including return-to-work interviews, absence monitoring and disciplinary procedures
What We're Looking For
* At least 3 years' experience in a stores or warehousing role
* Previous experience in a factory or manufacturing environment
* Experienced FLT driver with strong manual handling knowledge
* Confident using WMS scanning systems and MS Office
* Ability to lead a team, prioritise workload and react to urgent requirements
* Strong communicator across all levels - verbal and written
* Familiar with creating risk assessments and SOPs
Salary & Benefits
On offer is a competitive salary of £38,737 plus:
* Up to £2,200 annual bonus
* 33 days annual leave
* Health cash plan
* Enhanced pension scheme
* Life assurance
* Genuine progression and development opportunities
Ready to take the next step? Apply with your CV and we'll be in touch to discuss the role in more detail