Warehouse Supervisor - 6 months contract

Company Description

With manufacturing sites across the US, UK, Germany and Denmark, LGC Biosearch Technologies has plans to continue growing. We deliver mission critical genomics to our diverse customer base in molecular diagnostics, pharma/biotech and agrigenomics. Our integrated portfolio of products, services and expertise supports our purpose of Science for a Safer World and we have embodied our mission by working with customers to enable research into life-altering treatment for disease and illness worldwide. We are currently seeking candidates who are up for the challenge of operating in a high-growth, purpose-driven organisation.

We encourage team collaboration and in doing so, we have created our own way of reaching objectives and taking care of our people. Here at LGC, we are deeply rooted in the behaviours we expect from all our colleagues, we will provide you with excellent opportunities, the latest technology and practices and we are passionate about making a difference.

Are you interested in becoming a member of a dynamic and exceptionally driven team? At LGC, we are devoted to offering world-class solutions and are in need of a Warehouse Supervisor to join our ambitious team in Oxford, UK. This outstanding opportunity gives you the chance to lead and develop a high-performing team, ensuring flawless warehouse operations and contributing to our continuous growth and success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the local team, encouraging the development of high-performance staff and driving engagement and inclusiveness.
• Be an active participant in the daily activities to ensure the daily workload is completed.
• Manage the warehouse, inventory, and overall operations with a high level of accuracy and efficiency.
• Implement and maintain a cycle-counting plan throughout the year to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate the stock scrapping procedure, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Manage the shipping schedule, prioritizing daily tasks to meet customer demands.
• Regularly review and optimize packaging methods for shipping.
• Coordinate with the purchasing team to ensure timely ordering of warehouse and shipping consumables.
• Identify improvement opportunities within processes and plan successful implementation steps.
• Ensure all warehouse activities are detailed within Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Work Instructions.
• Serve as the primary contact for warehouse-related issues and represent the warehouse during internal and external audits.
• Collaborate closely with the export coordinator department for courier-related operations.
• Cross-train team members to improve operational flexibility and resource availability.
• Maintain data integrity within ERP systems, including shipping conditions, packaging, and expiration dates on products.
• Develop and manage local policies and practices for warehouse management in collaboration with site management and compliance with local regulations.
• Establish and manage important metrics in the warehouse to monitor and enhance performance.
  
  

Experience Required

• Proven experience in logistics, particularly within warehouse, goods-in, and shipping operations.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory background showcasing the ability to guide and grow a team.
• Ability to work effectively both in a team environment and independently.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Flexibility with working hours to meet operational needs.
• Outstanding attention to detail and organizational skills.

Experience Desired

• Knowledge of IFS ERP systems.
• Experience with warehouse machinery and equipment.
• Understanding of import and export shipping documentation.
• Familiarity with Lean Techniques and Tools.
• Broader supply chain knowledge to support overall operations.
  
  

OUR VALUES

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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