Driver/Warehouse Operative

Genuine Parts Company; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics company in Reading is looking for a Driver/Warehouse Operative. The successful candidate will be responsible for packing and loading products, delivering orders, and ensuring accurate stock management. A full UK driving licence and good timekeeping skills are essential. The role offers a dynamic work environment with varied responsibilities to support operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Flexible work schedule required.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Good timekeeping skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Pack and load products onto vans according to specifications.
• Deliver orders to customers on assigned routes.
• Maintain communication with route dispatcher.
• Unload goods as per client specifications.
• Review deliveries with customers for accuracy.
• Obtain delivery confirmations from customers.
• Pick customer orders and load vans accurately.
• Oversee dispatch of orders and coordinate deliveries.
• Check and manage supplier deliveries.
• Assist with stock taking and maintaining the workspace.

Job description

Driver/Warehouse Operative

Comprising over 77 Distribution Centres across 8 countries, Alliance Automotive Logistics stands as the pivotal distribution arm of Alliance Automotive Group and has rooted its reputation on the principles of service excellence. Its mission is to cultivate and nurture enduring partnerships with its extensive clientele and suppliers, aiming to provide sustained value and reliability in all its operations. Specialising in providing an unparalleled range of logistical solutions and delivering over 250,000 parts to garages and repair centres throughout Europe, Alliance Automotive Logistics guarantees that garages and fast‑fit centres can repair and maintain their customers' vehicles as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Driver Responsibilities

• Pack and load products onto vans according to company's specifications
• Deliver orders to customers on assigned routes
• Maintain ongoing communication with route dispatcher
• Unload goods as per client specifications
• Review deliveries with customers to ensure products meet their needs
• Obtain delivery confirmations from each customer

Warehouse Operative Responsibilities

• Picking customer orders, loading vans and making regular checks to ensure all orders are picked correctly
• Oversee the dispatch of orders and coordinate van deliveries
• Checking and putting away supplier deliveries, informing your line manager of any shortages or damaged stock
• Assist with a rolling stock taking program, ensuring all stock is located correctly at all times
• Assist with maintaining a clean and safe working environment

Essential Requirements

• Flexible
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Good timekeeping

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