Warehouse Section Leader

Gist

  • Enfield, Greater London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 hours ago
Working in partnership with M&S, at Gist we deliver industry-leading logistics and supply chain transformation.We value, celebrate, and believe in the power of individuality and strive to create a work environment where everyone can be themselves. We want you to join us, bring your authentic self to work and unlock your full potential.At Gist, we don't just move goods - we help shape the future of retail logistics in partnership with Marks & Spencer. We're looking for driven operational leaders to join us as Warehouse Section Leaders on our backs shift - individuals who are ready to take full ownership of a key area within a high-performing site.This is more than a front-line role - we need confident decision-makers with a strategic mindset, who are passionate about team development, performance optimisation, and operational excellence. If you're currently leading a team and are ready to take that next step in your leadership journey, this role will give you the platform to do exactly that.What's in it for you?Gist is an inclusive, dynamic, exciting, and evolving business built on our core values. Here are some of the benefits we offer that make working for Gist just that little bit more special…
  • Up to £40,500 (Including London Weighting Allowance and shift allowance)
  • 20% M&S discount on most things from furniture, fashion and food
  • 20 days' annual leave plus bank holidays (rising with length of service)
  • Discounted rates on healthcare cash plan
  • Auto Enrolment Pension or competitive Defined Contribution Pension Scheme and life assurance (up to 4 times salary)
  • Amazing perks and discounts via our App to major restaurants and retailers
  • Access to a wide range of well-being support - including our Employee Assistance Programme
  • A first-class welcome with a tailored induction and a wide range of training schemes to help with your learning and development
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Supportive Team: Join a close-knit community where collaboration is key
What you'll do:
  • Operational Leadership: Own the daily performance of your section, ensuring service, safety, and people targets are consistently met. You'll oversee a fast-paced warehouse operation that is central to delivering M&S's much-loved food products.
  • People Management: Lead, coach, and develop a team of colleagues. You'll deliver feedback, manage performance, and conduct return-to-work interviews, while also supporting structured onboarding and legal training compliance.
  • Continuous Improvement: Identify operational gaps, spot risks, and drive improvement initiatives. Bring innovation and leadership to your area by improving processes and embedding best practice.
  • Safety First Culture: Be a visible leader in upholding a safe, compliant, and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive.
What you'll bring
  • Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics team management role - you're comfortable leading people in a high-volume, time-sensitive environment.
  • Strong communication skills, a structured approach to problem-solving, and confidence in making operational decisions.
  • A people-first leadership style - you set the tone and culture for your team.
  • Ideally, familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS) and data-driven performance tracking.
About the SiteGist Enfield is a key logistics hub for the M&S Food network, spanning 217,000 sq. ft and running 24/7 operations. We're proud to be part of M&S's evolving supply chain as it leads the retail sector into a greener, faster, and more inspiring future.Ready to Step Up?If you're a Warehouse Team Manager or experienced leader looking for your next challenge, apply now to be part of a growing, progressive business where you'll have the autonomy to lead and the support to grow.Upon application if successful, you will be contacted by a member of the team and booked onto an initial introduction call to discuss the role at hand and next steps. We reserve the right to close a vacancy before the closing date in the event of an overwhelming response or a change in business priorities.Gist aims to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. If you consider yourself to require reasonable adjustments to any part of our recruitment process, we invite you to share those requirements with us when completing your application. We will make every effort to ensure your needs are met to provide a fair and transparent process of assessment. If it's meaningful to you, it's important to us.

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