Stores Operative

Location: Leicestershire

Stores Operative
LE8
Day shifts
Driving license

Position Overview:

The role involves managing the flow of goods — from receiving deliveries through to preparing and dispatching orders — while maintaining accurate stock records and ensuring all warehouse/stores operations run smoothly and safely.

Main

Duties & Responsibilities  
Goods Handling:
Accept and verify incoming deliveries, checking quantities and quality before accurately logging them in the company’s ERP or stock system.
Stock Management:
Organise and store materials in the correct locations to maintain order and accessibility across the warehouse.
Order Preparation:
Pick, pack, and prepare goods for dispatch, ensuring accuracy and adherence to delivery deadlines.
Inventory Control:
Keep all stock information up to date, assist with regular cycle counts, and support periodic inventory audits.
Equipment Operation:
Use warehouse machinery such as pallet trucks and forklifts safely and efficiently (training available if required).
Housekeeping & Safety:
Maintain a tidy, well-organised workspace and ensure all activities comply with company health and safety standards.
Problem Solving:
Report damaged, missing, or incorrect stock promptly and assist in investigating and resolving discrepancies.

Collaboration:

Support process improvements and provide assistance to other departments when workloads require flexibility.  Required Skills & Experience  
Background in warehousing, logistics, or store work.
Confident using computers and basic stock management or ERP systems.
Excellent attention to detail and a methodical, organised approach to tasks.
Team-oriented attitude with the ability to work effectively on your own initiative.
Physically capable of handling and moving goods safely.
A forklift licence is advantageous, though training can be provided for the right candidate  

To apply for the Stores Operative position, here are your two options:
 
"This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Emily Wolfe on  (phone number removed)
 between 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
"I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know.  PPDEL