Airside - Night Stock Assistant

WHSmith; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer in airports seeks a dedicated Stock Associate for the night shift at Heathrow Airport. Candidates will be responsible for unloading merchandise, stocking shelves, and ensuring a clean work environment. WHSmith values teamwork, attention to detail, and a passion for delivering excellent customer experiences.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Paid annual leave

Employee discounts

Retail partner deals

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical stamina to lift and stand for long periods.
• Ability to follow instructions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Unload and unpack merchandise from delivery pallets.
• Stock shelves and maintain cleanliness in sales floor.
• Collaborate with team for efficient night shift operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Adaptability

Job description

Heathrow Airport, Hounslow TW6 2GD, UK Req #703

Location: Heathrow Airport Terminal 3, TW6 1QG

Working hours : Full time 39 hours, weekdays and weekends mixed, 21:00pm- 06:00am. Flexibility required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Unload and unpack merchandise from delivery pallets
• Stock shelves and racks with merchandise according to store layouts and planograms.
• Rotate stock to ensure older merchandise is sold before newer stock
• Maintain a clean and organised stockroom and sales floor
• Replenish shelves and displays as needed to ensure adequate stock levels.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness on sales floor.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure a smooth and efficient night shift operation.

Job Requirements:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical stamina to lift, bend, pull cages with stock and stand for long periods.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and prioritise tasks effectively.

Airport Requirements:

• 5 years continuous references – to gain an airport pass you will need to provide 5 years’ worth of either employment or education references without any gaps
• Criminal Records Bureau Check – to be completed by WHSmith if your application is successful
• Photographic ID i.e. passport or UK Driving Licence

What our Stores would love to see:

• A passion for customers having an exceptional experience in store.
• Confident in communicating within the team.
• Motivated to achieve fantastic results and standards.
• Adaptable to meet company requirements and goals.

How we reward our teams:

We know you’ll work hard to make WHSmith a success and keep our customers happy, so as well as your salary, pension scheme, paid annual leave and employee discounts, we’ll reward you with a range of deals from retail partners that will help you save money and make memories, whether a delicious meal, an adventurous day out, or tickets to see the latest blockbuster.

Whatever the future brings, our Employee Assistance Programme will support you with help and guidance for your well-being whether physical, mental or financial.

About us:

WHSmith has a remarkable heritage and we are growing particularly in our airports, hospitals, rail stations and motorway services. Our aim is simple, to offer our products to everyone on any of life’s journeys. Our InMotion brand, a leading digital accessories business, continues to grow and develop, offering an amazing customer experience with all the latest tech. We have created great partnerships with the likes of M&S and Costa Coffee, ‘broaden our offering’ to our customers throughout the UK. That’s why, as we continue our journey, our aim is simple: to make every one of life’s journeys better!

WHSmith are proud to be an inclusive employer, we want our colleagues to feel welcome, and free to be themselves with us.