Assistant Logistic Support

GardPass Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics and supply chain firm in Greater London is seeking a dedicated logistics professional to manage inventory control and distribution operations. The role involves working with inventory management systems, assisting in warehouse management, and ensuring smooth operational processes. Candidates should have a vocational background in logistics and practical experience in supply chain functions. A NATO Secret clearance is required. This position is based onsite in Northwood, UK.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 – 3 years experience in logistics or inventory control.
• Demonstrated experience in stock control, order picking, and shipping.
• Familiarity with inventory software and high level of data entry accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in Distribution Centre Management under direct supervision.
• Maintain item and inventory management records.
• Use real-time inventory software to move supplies as needed.
• Assist in implementing mechanization in the distribution centre.

Skills

Secondary education or higher vocational training in a relevant discipline

1 – 3 years of professional experience in logistics

Experience in inventory management

Familiarity with warehouse management systems

Valid forklift license

Education

Higher vocational training in logistics or related discipline

Tools

ERP-based systems (e.g., Oracle)

Job description

Start date: March 2026

Clearance: NATO Secret or equivalent

Location: Northwood, UK (onsite)

Skills

• Secondary education or higher vocational training in a relevant discipline
• A minimum of 1 – 3 years of professional experience in logistics, supply, warehouse operations, or inventory control
• Demonstrated experience in inventory management, including stock control, order picking, packing, shipping, stock replenishment, and cycle counting
• Experience managing shipping and receiving processes in an operational environment
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), including ERP-based systems (e.g. Oracle)
• Experience working in accordance with safety procedures and equipment handling protocols
• Valid forklift license, where operationally required
• Higher vocational training in logistics, supply chain management, or a related discipline, with post-qualification experience
• Experience using logistics or inventory software, with a high level of data entry accuracy
• Previous experience in a regulated, operational, or international organization

Activities

Distribution Centre Management

• Under the direction of Head Enablement Branch, the incumbent will perform duties such as the following: Distribution Centre Management
• Works with Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP) basic processes and operations
• Maintains item and inventory management records
• Helps minimize bottlenecks and delays and the resulting impact on operating costs
• Uses real‑time inventory software, with guidance, to move supplies where needed, when needed
• Assists in resolving issues related to physical space management.

Inventory Management

• Performs the receiving, ticketing, checking in and distributing of inventory items for a specific location
• Produces basic inventory management reports for senior staff to reconcile the inventory balances
• Tracks inventory information for a specific product group or location
• Works with basic tasks of inventory management for a specific location
• Follows processes to take stock, release inventory or return into processing; resolves discrepancies.

Logistics Management

• Uses tools, with guidance, to forecast delivery times, determine costs and assess performance
• Maintains records of all shipments and invoices using an established system
• Assists in the development of process flows to track lead time by activity.

Supply Chain Management

• Recognizes software systems or components used to manage supply chain
• Participates in supply chain analysis and uses it to spot trends and improvement opportunities
• Discusses considerations for integrating partner and supplier transactions
• Summarizes supply chain considerations for different types of products
• Works with a specific part of supply chain management process.

Warehouse Management

• Assists in implementing mechanization approaches and techniques in a distribution centre
• Collects and translates the business requirements for specifications of warehouse management systems
• Performs basic warehousing activities such as receiving, putting away, picking, packing and shipping merchandise
• Maintains warehouse equipment and facilities on a regular basis