Logistics Supervisor

Logistics Supervisor
Location: Reading (Tilehurst)
Salary: Up to £33,500 bonus & flexible benefits package including up to 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays & additional annual leave purchasing scheme)
Hours: 40 hours across Monday-Friday Only
Sector: Packaging Distribution
 
Protecting what matters, together
We’re dedicated to protecting what matters most - our people, our customers, our communities, and the environment. At Macfarlane Packaging, our commitment to customer satisfaction, sustainability and continual improvement creates a highly collaborative, supportive and friendly workplace where you can unpack a career that grows.
 
With over 75 years of industry expertise, we offer long-term stability alongside a forward-thinking, growth-focused culture. Our fast-paced environment will challenge and stretch you, but it also provides genuine opportunities for development, progression and job satisfaction.
 
We recognise and reward commitment, teamwork and leadership - making this an excellent opportunity for an experienced Logistics or Warehouse professional ready to step into, or build on, a supervisory role.
 
The Logistics Supervisor Role
As Logistics Supervisor, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of our warehouse and distribution operation at our Reading site. This is a hands-on leadership position where you will lead by example - supporting daily operations while supervising warehouse staff and drivers (including agency workers where required).
 
Reporting to the Logistics Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating goods in/out activities, supporting route planning and delivery performance, and ensuring operational standards are consistently met. You will also contribute to improving efficiency, maintaining stock accuracy, and delivering a high standard of customer service.
 
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing operational involvement with people leadership and is motivated by driving team performance in a fast-paced environment.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily warehouse and logistics operations, ensuring efficient and safe working practices
• Provide day-to-day leadership, guidance and support to warehouse staff and drivers
• Assist the Logistics Manager in monitoring performance and addressing team development needs
• Oversee goods in processes, ensuring deliveries are checked, recorded and stored accurately
• Coordinate picking, loading and dispatch activities to meet customer delivery schedules
• Support route planning and delivery optimisation (using systems such as Paragon where applicable)
• Maintain accurate stock control through regular checks, audits and system updates
• Ensure all operational paperwork and system records are completed accurately and on time
• Work closely with Sales and other departments to align delivery expectations and service levels
• Promote a strong Health & Safety culture, ensuring compliance with all regulations and company policies
• Act as a key point of contact for resolving operational and customer service issues

 
What You Will Bring
 
Essential:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience within a warehouse or logistics environment
• Previous team leader or supervisory experience (12 months)
• Strong understanding of goods in/out processes and stock control
• Valid Forklift Truck licence (Counterbalance essential)
• Good working knowledge of Health & Safety and manual handling practices
• Reliable, hands-on approach with a strong work ethic
• Confident communication skills and ability to lead by example
• Strong IT skills and ability to work with warehouse/CRM systems

 
Desirable:

• Experience working cross-functionally with sales, purchasing or logistics teams
• Knowledge of route planning systems (e.g. Paragon)
• Additional FLT licences (e.g. Bendi/Pivot Steer)
• Formal training in team leadership or Health & Safety
• Experience working within a fast-paced, multi-product environment

 
What You Will Get
We provide a competitive salary alongside a comprehensive benefits package, including:
 

• 25 days holiday (rising to 27 with service) plus bank holidays
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free parking at most sites
• Annual paid volunteering day
• Employee assistance programme for wellbeing support
• Employee discount scheme across major retailers
• Simply Health/Dental Cover or BUPA options (role dependent)
• Extensive training, development and progression opportunities
• Long service awards
• Financial support for eye tests and glasses (DSE users)
• EE mobile discount scheme
• Candidate referral scheme (£750 reward)

 
Your Future With Us
At Macfarlane Group, we invest in our people and support long-term career development. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your leadership experience or progress into a more senior logistics or operations role, we provide structured training and development pathways to support your ambitions.
 
With a strong focus on internal progression, this role offers a genuine opportunity to grow your career within a stable and successful business.
 
How to Apply/Next Steps
We are moving quickly to identify suitable candidates and aim to hold interviews locally. Please click ‘apply’ to submit your up-to-date CV. All applications will be acknowledged. If you haven’t heard from us within 2-3 weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
 
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds irrespective of your age, gender, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, gender expression, religion or sexual orientation. Should you require any specific support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please email our recruitment team directly.
 
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