18T Delivery Driver

TN United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the UK food and drink wholesale sector is seeking dedicated drivers to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will enjoy local driving opportunities while building strong relationships with regular customers. As a vital member of the delivery team, you will ensure timely deliveries and excellent service. This position offers a variety of responsibilities, including loading and unloading stock, and requires strong interpersonal skills. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this company provides a supportive work environment and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

10% off purchases at Booker

Tesco colleague discount card

Free eye tests

Health and Wellbeing support

Pension plan with matching contributions

Life Assurance coverage

Comprehensive holiday package

Exclusive discounts on insurance

Qualifications

• At least two years of driving experience required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive customer service attitude.

Responsibilities

• Ensure customers' shelves are stocked by loading and unloading stock.
• Complete paperwork accurately for all deliveries.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Literacy Skills

Numeracy Skills

Job description

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Booker • Centurion Way Meridian Business Park LEICESTER • Apply by 06-Jun-2025

About the role

Overtime opportunities also available.

Do you want more local driving and to be a valued member of a delivery team? This may be the role for you. Working 45 hours per week, you will enjoy a varied role driving locally as well as building relationships with our regular customers.

Our drivers are the beating heart of our business, and you will play a vital role in ensuring customers receive their deliveries on time with excellent service.

Working on an “Any 5 from 7” contract, your shift patterns will include some weekend work.

What is in it for you

At Booker, we offer a great place to work with opportunities for career progression, along with the following benefits:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for four days after every pay day, thirteen times a year. Additional discounts include 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM-only deals with Tesco Mobile, plus other deals throughout the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet, and home insurance at Tesco Bank. Terms apply.
• Free eye tests when you spend £50 or more, with 30% savings on glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive discounts on RAC breakdown cover and other everyday purchases, including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months, eligibility to join our Save As You Earn share scheme at a discount.
• A retirement savings plan (pension) with Booker matching your contributions up to 5%.
• Life Assurance coverage for death in service, up to three times your annual pay.
• Health and Wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Program and Virtual GP services.
• A comprehensive holiday package.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for ensuring customers' shelves are stocked with necessary products by loading stock into the vehicle at the branch and unloading at customer premises. Accurate completion of paperwork is also required.

Minimum Requirements

• CatC / 18T Licence
• At least two years of driving experience
• Previous delivery driving experience preferred
• Ability to carry out manual deliveries
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive customer service attitude
• Good literacy and numeracy skills

About us

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centers, five logistics sites, and six support centers nationwide.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core to our culture. We welcome everyone and support flexible working arrangements to accommodate your needs and life circumstances.