Are you an experienced and driven warehouse professional looking for a new challenge? LKQ Euro Car Parts in Abingdon is seeking a dedicated Warehouse Supervisor to lead our team and ensure the smooth, efficient operation of our branch. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading automotive parts supplier and make a real impact on our customer service and business performance in the Abingdon area. If you are passionate about leading teams, maintaining high standards, and contributing to a successful operation, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join LKQ Euro Car Parts Abingdon?
LKQ Euro Car Parts is more than just a parts supplier; we are a people-first organization. At our Abingdon branch, we foster a supportive and collaborative environment where every team member is valued. We understand the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working options. We invest in our employees’ careers, offering genuine progression opportunities for those who are committed to excellence. By joining our Abingdon team, you’ll be at the heart of a dynamic operation, contributing directly to our commitment to outstanding customer service within the local Abingdon and surrounding areas. We believe in recognizing and rewarding hard work, and offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and career growth within the LKQ family.
Key Responsibilities at the Abingdon Branch
As Warehouse Supervisor at our Abingdon location, you will play a vital role in the daily success of the branch. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Leading Warehouse Operations: Oversee all warehouse activities at the Abingdon branch, ensuring efficient resource allocation and exceptional customer service. You will have direct line management responsibility for a team of General Assistants, guiding and motivating them to achieve branch goals.
- Maintaining Health and Safety Standards: Ensure all areas of the Abingdon warehouse consistently meet and exceed Health and Safety legislation. Your commitment to safety will create a secure and compliant working environment for all colleagues.
- Driving Performance and KPIs: Work diligently to deliver balanced performance across key business metrics and KPI measures in line with branch and company objectives. Your focus on results will contribute directly to the success of the Abingdon branch and the wider LKQ Euro Car Parts network.
- Ensuring Branch Compliance: Maintain full compliance with branch standards to ensure consistently high performance and operational effectiveness at the Abingdon site.
- Team Leadership and Development: Lead, coach, and develop your team at Abingdon to enhance their skills and capabilities, preparing them for current and future challenges. Your leadership will foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Conducting Colleague Reviews: Hold regular performance reviews with team members to strengthen engagement, provide constructive feedback, and support their individual development plans within LKQ Euro Car Parts.
- Succession Planning: Collaborate with the Operations Manager to develop and implement a robust succession plan for the Abingdon branch, ensuring the long-term stability and growth of the team.
- Effective Recruitment: Ensure that all recruitment at the Abingdon branch is effective in attracting and selecting top talent who will contribute to the future success of the organization.
- Daily Briefings: Deliver structured daily briefings to the Abingdon warehouse team, ensuring everyone is informed of key objectives, daily measures, and any important updates.
- Working Hours: This role is based on an average of 44 hours per week, Monday to Friday, between 8 am and 6 pm, with alternate Saturdays from 8 am to 4 pm to support the needs of the Abingdon branch.
Skills and Experience We Are Looking For
To excel in this Warehouse Supervisor role at Abingdon Euro Car Parts, you should possess:
- Exceptional Communication Skills: Demonstrate outstanding communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with both customers and colleagues at all levels.
- Warehouse Operations Leadership: Proven experience leading a warehouse operations team, with a strong customer-first approach and a commitment to exceeding expectations.
- Recruitment Process Knowledge: Solid understanding of recruitment processes and best practices to build a high-performing team at Abingdon.
- Financial and Inventory Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of Profit & Loss statements and the processes for booking stock in and out of the warehouse system.
- Health and Safety Expertise: Strong ability to identify, highlight, and effectively resolve Health and Safety concerns within a warehouse environment.
- Colleague Development Skills: Proven ability to review, challenge, and develop colleagues to help them achieve their full potential and advance their careers within LKQ Euro Car Parts.
What We Offer You at LKQ Euro Car Parts
Joining LKQ Euro Car Parts in Abingdon means access to a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Pension Plan: Secure your future with our company pension scheme.
- Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 22 days of annual leave to relax and recharge.
- Hapi Benefits Retail Discount: Access a wide range of retail discounts through our Hapi benefits platform.
- Staff Discount: Benefit from generous discounts on LKQ Euro Car Parts products.
- Genuine Career Progression: Take advantage of real opportunities for career advancement within a growing and successful organization.
- Employee Assistance Programme: Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering valuable financial and wellbeing support whenever you need it.
If you are a motivated and experienced warehouse professional seeking a rewarding career opportunity with Abingdon Euro Car Parts, apply now to join our team and contribute to our continued success!
