Warehouse Team Lead

1 Day ago • 3-5 Years • Operations • Undisclosed

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Job Description

The Warehouse Team Lead in Tilburg, Netherlands, is responsible for overseeing warehouse performance, guiding team members, and identifying areas for improvement. Responsibilities include setting team priorities to maximize performance and customer experience, ensuring EH&S compliance, fostering open communication, managing resource planning, supporting the Warehouse Supervisor with performance cycles and onboarding, managing forecasted volumes, overseeing KPIs and SLAs, maintaining 5S standards, collaborating on process improvements, and leading by example to promote continuous improvement. The role requires shift work (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM and 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM, rotating weekly).

Must have:

3-5 years Team Lead experience in warehouse/distribution
Proficient in warehouse management systems & software
Knowledge of safety regulations & compliance
Experience in inventory management & control
Strong communication & interpersonal skills
Ability to lead and motivate teams
Ability to analyze data and make decisions

Good to have:

Familiarity with logistics and transportation processes

What to Expect

The Warehouse Team Leader role involves effectively communicating and addressing both organizational and operational needs, while overseeing warehouse performance, providing guidance and support to team members, and identifying areas for team and process development. The Team Leader successfully manages the resource & capacity planning, relationship between staff and the organization, ensuring alignment and mutual success. Additionally, the Tesla Warehouse Team Leader upholds integrity as a core value in their daily responsibilities.

What You’ll Do

Set clear priorities for teams to maximize performance, workflow, and customer experience
Ensure compliance with EH&S standards for a safe and legal work environment, including proper material and equipment handling
Foster open communication and improve the work atmosphere through resource optimization and task delegation
Support Warehouse Supervisor with performance cycles and assist with onboarding and training of new staff
Manage forecasted volumes and resource & capacity planning
Lead the team in our business growth, creating stability & identifying process improvements
Oversee key business KPIs, SLAs, and ensure adherence to 5S standards for a clean and efficient workspace
Collaborate with colleagues and the Warehouse Supervisor to improve warehouse processes and address operational bottlenecks
Lead by example, promoting a change management culture and continuous productivity improvements

What You’ll Bring

Be available to work shifts: from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM and from 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM, rotating between both every week.
3-5 years of Team Leader experience in a warehouse or distribution center
Proficient in warehouse management systems and software including knowledge of safety regulations and compliance in warehouse operations.
Experience in inventory management and control
Familiarity with logistics and transportation processes
Ability to lead and motivate teams effectively by offering strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proven track record of meeting productivity targets
Ability to analyze performance data and make informed decisions

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