Warehouse & Logistics Operative

Brief Description

Warehouse & Logistics Operative

Location:

Swallowfield, Reading, Berkshire (RG7)

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 (40 hours per week)

Contract:

Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £28,500 per annum plus benefits

ESP Global Services is an international technology services business delivering IT support, logistics, and infrastructure solutions to some of the world's leading organisations. Operating across more than 20 countries, we support critical technology environments where operational excellence, accuracy, and customer service are essential.

As a Warehouse & Logistics Operative, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient receipt, storage, inventory control and dispatch of technology equipment and components. You will play a key role in maintaining stock accuracy, supporting operational teams, and ensuring customer orders and service requirements are fulfilled accurately and on time. This position offers a varied workload across inventory management, logistics coordination, warehouse organisation, reporting and continuous improvement activities.

• Receive, inspect and record incoming goods against delivery documentation.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and stock locations.
• Conduct regular stock counts, cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies and damaged items.
• Ensure equipment is stored safely and appropriately.

• Process inbound and outbound shipments efficiently.
• Pick, pack and dispatch equipment and spare parts accurately.
• Prepare shipping documentation, labels and courier bookings.
• Coordinate deliveries, collections and logistics activities.
• Manage returns and reverse logistics processes.

• Maintain a clean, safe and organised warehouse environment.
• Support warehouse layout improvements and space optimisation.
• Ensure all stock locations and storage areas are clearly labelled.
• Monitor warehouse supplies and consumables.

• Maintain accurate records using inventory and warehouse management systems.
• Produce stock and operational reports as required.
• Update asset tracking and inventory databases.
• Support operational and customer service teams with inventory enquiries.

• Follow company Health & Safety procedures at all times.
• Participate in risk assessments and safe working practices.
• Report hazards, incidents and near misses promptly.
• Ensure compliance with warehouse security and asset protection requirements.

• Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics, inventory control or stores environment.
• Experience receiving, processing and dispatching goods.
• Strong stock control and inventory management experience.
• Comfortable using warehouse management systems, ERP systems or inventory databases.
• Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.

• Experience handling IT hardware, technology equipment or electronic components.
• Experience with in a service, technical, manufacturing or logistics environment.
• Knowledge of asset management processes.
• Forklift or pallet truck experience (training can be provided where required).
• Experience supporting KPI-driven operations.

• Reliable, professional and accountable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Process-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced operational environment.

• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Free onsite parking
• Opportunity to work within a global technology services organisation
• Training and development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Exposure to international logistics and technology operations
• Company pension and employee benefits package

If you have experience in warehouse operations, logistics or inventory management and are looking to join a growing global technology services organisation, we would like to hear from you.

ESP Global Services is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.