Retail Warehouse Supervisor

Bath & North East Somerset; Bath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

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At Bath & North East Somerset Council we have one overriding purpose to improve people’s lives.

About The Team

The Retail Warehouse team within Heritage Services is dedicated to ensuring efficient warehouse operations and supporting retail sales targets. The team manages stock worth over £300,000 in an off-site warehouse, maintains high standards of health and safety, and fosters strong relationships with suppliers to ensure smooth and accurate deliveries. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that supports some of the most iconic heritage sites in the UK, including the Roman Baths, Victoria Art Gallery, and World Heritage Centre.

About The Role

The Retail Warehouse Supervisor plays a crucial role in overseeing daily warehouse operations, supervising a small team, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. This role involves managing inventory, conducting audits, and supporting the Retail Floor Manager with staff training and development. The Supervisor also handles stock deliveries using a company vehicle, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. The merchandise you will be handling is for the gift shops at our heritage sites.

Working Pattern: 7:30-15:30 Mon-Fri. Flexibility is essential to meet the demands of the role.

About You

Applicants should have A levels, NVQ Level 3, or specific retail/warehouse logistics qualifications, or equivalent experience, along with a valid driving licence. Proven experience in supervising a warehouse or retail environment, proficiency in warehouse management software, and strong knowledge of health and safety regulations are essential. Experience in conducting inventory audits, driving delivery vehicles, and managing supplier relationships is also required. Strong communication skills and the ability to train and develop staff are crucial for this role.

If you are interested in this post and require more details or just to chat through the role and what’s involved, please contact Christopher Simmonds, Retail Floor Manager, [e-mail] or call 01225394383.

Interview date: TBC

About Bath & North East Somerset Council.

Working at Bath & North East Somerset provides an opportunity to contribute to your community and make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Our values shape how we work to deliver public services, and how we communicate with the residents we serve. We care about the best outcomes for local people, through our public services.

Why Bath & North East Somerset Council?

We offer a wide range of benefits, to ensure that you are paid fairly for your work, have the flexibility to enjoy a great work/life balance, and have the support you need.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. We are a Disability Confident Employer.

No Agencies Please

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries
• Government Administration