Depot Operative - Venus, Leeds

Booker Group plc; Leeds; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts via Tesco card and

Tesco Mobile discounts

Car, pet and home insurance discounts

Reward Gateway access

Discounted RAC cover

Merlin Entertainments discounts

Booker colleague card discounts after

Job summary

Venus Wine and Spirit Merchants Ltd in Leeds is seeking a warehouse operative to manage picking orders, pack items, shrink-wrap onto pallets and load them for delivery. You will deliver goods to customer premises, verify accuracy, and collect signed paperwork while maintaining up-to-date stock records and using scanners to support efficient operations.

This is a physical role requiring good fitness, attention to safety, and the ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail to ensure order accuracy and inventory control.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects safely.
• Capable of standing and staying active for long periods.
• Positive, proactive, and dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Self-motivated and able to take initiative with tasks.
• Commitment to safety and following procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage picking orders to ensure accurate fulfilment.
• Select warehouse items by size, colour, quantity, and quality.
• Prepare and stage items for dispatch.
• Operate handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Plan storage, replenishment, and dispatch activities.
• Monitor stock control systems and process orders promptly.
• Meet warehouse targets and safety requirements.
• Load delivery vehicles and deliver goods to customers.
• Verify delivery accuracy and obtain signed documentation.
• Utilise scanners for inventory management and order picking.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Independent work

Effective communication

Time management

Tools

Scanners

Handling equipment

Job description

The following content displays a map of the jobs location - Unit 11, Riverside Place Industrial Estate Bridgewater Road Leeds

Closing Date:

26/10/2026

Job Category:

Venus

Dept/Region:

Venus Wines

Business Area:

Venus Wines

What's in it for you

Employee discounts after 4 weeks, such as:

• A Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals throughout the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
• Access to the Reward Gateway employee benefits platform, offering a range of retail discounts, cashback offers and wellbeing resources.
• Discounted RAC cover.
• Discounts at Merlin Entertainments UK.

After 3 months:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.

About the role

Responsible for managing pick sheet orders from warehouse staff and management, accurately selecting inventory from shelves to fulfil orders. Tasks include packing orders, shrink-wrapping items onto pallets, and loading them onto trucks for timely delivery. Ensures all orders are correct, maintains up-to-date inventory records, and contributes to efficient warehouse operations. Additionally, delivers goods to customer premises, verifies delivery accuracy, obtains signed documentation, and collects any returns.

You will be responsible for

• Manage picking orders to ensure accurate order fulfilment.
• Select warehouse items based on specifications such as size, colour, quantity, and quality.
• Prepare and stage items appropriately for dispatch.
• Operate handling equipment while adhering to safety protocols.
• Plan and oversee product storage, replenishment, and dispatch.
• Monitor stock control systems to process specific orders efficiently.
• Ensure warehouse targets and performance goals are achieved.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety standards at all times.
• Securely shrink-wrap products onto pallets for shipment.
• Load delivery vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Deliver goods to customer premises, ensuring accuracy and professionalism.
• Assist driver operatives as needed.Verify goods with customers and ensure documentation is completed accurately.
• Pack warehouse orders as required to support team operations.
• Utilise scanners to ensure accurate inventory management and order picking.
• Perform general warehouse duties and other tasks as required.

You will need

• Strong attention to detail to ensure order accuracy and inventory management.
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy objects safely.
• Capability to remain standing and active for extended periods.
• Positive and proactive attitude with a strong work ethic.
• Self-motivated and able to take initiative in completing tasks.
• A strong focus on safety and adherence to workplace safety protocols.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure environment.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members and interacting with customers.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Previous experience in warehouse operations is preferred but not required.

About The Company

Venus Wine and Spirit Merchants Ltd is a well-established and respected UK-based distributor of premium wines and spirits, owned by Booker since June 2024. With over 20 years of experience, we are committed to supplying the highest quality products to our customers and delivering exceptional customer. We have our headquarters in Tottenham N17, a distribution depot in Leeds, Bristol, Manchester, Birmingham and Gerry's in Soho London - one of the country's most famous spirits shops.