Distribution Team Leader

Thorlabs Ely, England May 23, 2026

Type Full Time
Pay Not listed
Work Onsite
Level Senior

Distribution Team Leader - 1890 focuses on coordinate priorities, people, activity, budgets, projects, or operational standards according to the role.

What the role involves

  • Coordinate priorities, people, activity, budgets, projects, or operational standards according to the role.
  • Track progress, solve delivery issues, and communicate clearly with relevant stakeholders.

Skills and requirements

  • Computer literate and able to use ERP systems (eg. AX 2012 or D365) effectively.
  • Lead daily Tier 1 meetings.
  • Ensure team participates in continuous improvement initiatives that address issues that impact throughput.
  • Motivate team members and perform quarterly appraisals or 1-to-1 meetings.

Confirmed role details

  • Monday to Thursday 7:30am to 4:30pm and Friday 7:30am to 12:30pm.
  • Competitive Salary to attract the best, plus an excellent benefits package including pension, health care, 25 days holiday plus public holidays.
  • We welcome applications from persons who are over 18 years old.
  • Contributed Pension Scheme -Group Life Cover -Private Health Care -Group Income Protection & more.

Candidate fit

  • Our purpose-built facility is just 12 miles from Cambridge, within the beautiful mediaeval city of Ely.

Additional role context

  • Interview process: 2 stage process following shortlisting – First stage: 1 hour Teams interview.
  • There are now 22 facilities across the world in 9 countries.
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