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Team Manager - Food

Staffline Group PLCRushden, UK

6 days ago

Job type

Permanent

Job description

Team Manager - Food

Posted on April 18th, 2025

Rushden

35,000 - £36,000 per annum

Type of Job : Permanent

We're working with a nationally recognised retailer to recruit a highly capable Team Manager for their busy food warehouse . If you have a solid background in managing teams in a chilled or ambient food logistics environment, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

This is a fast-moving, high-volume operation where every decision counts-and your ability to lead, motivate and drive results will make a real impact. This role is a level above Team Leader.

About the Role

As a Team Manager , you'll lead from the front-driving performance, maintaining high operational standards, and ensuring your team is engaged, safe, and productive. Reporting into the Department Manager, you'll play a key part in keeping the operation running smoothly and efficiently, with a focus on quality, compliance, and delivering for customers.

This is a hands-on leadership role in a time-sensitive, quality-driven environment-perfect for someone who thrives on challenge and takes real pride in team success.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, coach and develop a team of warehouse colleagues in a fresh produce operation.

Deliver daily and weekly KPIs across cost, service, quality, and safety.

Allocate workloads, hold daily shift briefs, and ensure consistent communication.

Review team performance and create action plans for continuous improvement.

Identify and develop talent through structured coaching and mentoring.

Promote high standards in food safety, hygiene, and pest control compliance.

Monitor absence, manage welfare issues, and build a positive team culture.

What We're Looking For

Essential : Supervisory or management experience in a food or fresh produce warehouse.

Strong leadership skills with the ability to engage and motivate diverse teams.

Confidence to make quick, informed decisions in a fast-paced environment.

Experience with operational KPIs, cost control, and shift planning.

Understanding of food safety regulations, H&S, and quality compliance.

A proactive, can-do mindset and a hands-on approach to day-to-day operations.

Clear and confident communicator, able to challenge when needed and influence positively.

What's in It for You

6 weeks' holiday (including bank holidays)

15% in-store discount from day one, plus an additional 10% for a friend or family member

Career progression and development support

Digital GP access and well-being benefits

Subsidised staff canteen and free on-site parking

Pension scheme and life assurance

Discounts via internal perks platform (cinemas, gyms, high street shops & more)

Enhanced family leave options & Long Service Awards

This is a brilliant opportunity for a skilled warehouse leader with a background in food or fresh produce to join a thriving operation that values efficiency, safety, and team development.