Wholegood is an organic wholesale business for shops and restaurants around London. The business started in 2007 and the founder is still an active part within the business. We now employ around 40 people including warehouse pickers and packers, drivers and office staff. Our warehouse is based in Greenford, West London.
Our business is growing at a rapid rate and we are looking for an experienced Chilled Warehouse Team Leader to join our team. The Chilled Warehouse Team Leader will ensure they support the smooth and efficient running of the day-to-day warehouse operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Managing the day to day running of the warehouse with a team of 10 staff.
Control of stock management of the cold store.
Ensure accurate picking of orders
Daily organising and handover of the cold store.
Oversee and manage working practices of picking and packing orders.
Staff training on procedures and machinery.
Ensure all departmental activities meet the organisational requirements for quality management, health and safety, legal and environmental policies.
Person Specifications:
The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years working in a similar role in the FMCG industry with ideally some experience with fresh food. We are looking for someone who is hands on with a proactive attitude and a decision maker. You will need to be level headed and have the ability to grow and develop large teams as well as implementing new ideas and change. You will need to have both a REACH and COUNTERBALANCE licence.
Essential Skills:
Good Communication
Ability to challenge and improve inefficient processes.
Administration and warehouse management experience.
experience in FMCG industry ideally with Fresh Produce experience.
Used to managing teams
Working knowledge of stock management systems.
Ability to plan, organise and delegate
Strong knowledge of Fresh Produce Industry.
Previous experience with BRC, SALSA would be beneficial.
Please apply with covering letter and CV