Team Leader (m/w/d)

Job Description

At Scottish Power we know that our people are our strongest asset, so we’re always looking for individuals whose energy, intelligence and passion can help us reach our goals.

As Logistics Team Leader you will provide an efficient, effective and customer orientated logistics service to the business. You will process material requests by liaising with internal customers and external suppliers and assist in the effective control and delivery of logistics inventory. You will lead a team of 8-10 employees across 4 Locations (Prenton, Warrington, Liverpool and Middlewich)

What you’ll be doing

At Scottish Power our priority is to Operate in a safe manner complying with all health, safety and environmental requirements to ensure own and safety of others.

• Operate in a safe manner complying with all health, safety, and environmental requirements to ensure own and safety of others
• Ensure that all lifting and manoeuvring of product is carried out in accordance with manual handling procedures
• Lead and motivate a team of 8-10 employees across 4 Locations (Prenton, Warrington, Liverpool and Middlewich)
• Oversee all Stores operations, including receiving, storage, order fulfilment, and shipping.
• Develop and implement efficient and effective Stores processes to optimise space utilization and minimise errors.
• Ensure inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and reconciliation activities.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to manage and prioritise order fulfilment based on customer requirements
• Plan and coordinate transportation activities, including route planning, scheduling, and carrier selection
• Monitor and optimize transportation costs while maintaining high service levels
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations
• Address any issues or delays in customer requirement fulfilment and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide training to enhance team skills
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, that encourages team member growth
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
• Implement best practices in Stores management and customer experience
• Analyse data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive improvements.
• Input data regarding stock and inventory into the SAP ERP system (Training Provided)
• Lead weekly stock counts locally and across the network as and when required
• Operate in a safe manner complying with all health, safety, and environmental requirements to ensure own and safety of others
• Ensure the safe handling of any hazardous materials.
• Ensure a clean and well-maintained fleet & Stores environment
• Lead change initiatives

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience in warehouse, stores and transportation management roles.
• Strong knowledge of logistics and operations
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (SAP) and transportation management systems (TMS).
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance in warehouse and transportation.
• Excellent Customer Service and Communication Skills.
• Excellent Planning and Organisation Skills.
• Good Telephone Manner.
• Excellent Time Management skills.
• Able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Flexible approach and ability to prioritise tasks.
• Developed skills using Microsoft Office Packages. (Word and excel)
• Familiarisation of SAP, Plant and Circuits, Business Objects. (Not critical)
• Valid Clean driving license
• Preferably Experience operating forklift trucks
• Proven Logistics/Stores management experience

What’s in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy several other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.

At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow.

That’s why our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave
• Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
• Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
• Payroll giving and charity matched funding
• Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes
• Count us in – pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change
• Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
• Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans
• Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Access to ‘nudge’ financial wellbeing support
• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why SP Energy Networks

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network – connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It’s a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland’s ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we’re taking it very seriously.

We’re investing >£5.5 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.

We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to [email protected].

Mobility Information

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.