Driver/Warehouse Operative

Genuine Parts Company; Southampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive logistics provider in Southampton is seeking a Driver/Warehouse Operative to join their team. The role involves packing and loading products for delivery, maintaining communication with dispatchers, and overseeing stock management in the warehouse. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar role and possess a full UK Driving Licence. This position offers a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to contribute to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Warehouse or Commercial vehicle parts setting.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Good timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Pack and load products onto vans according to specifications.
• Deliver orders to customers on assigned routes.
• Unload goods as per client specifications.
• Picking customer orders and loading vans.
• Oversee the dispatch of orders and coordinate van deliveries.

Job description

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 to cultivate and nurture enduring partnerships with its extensive clientele and suppliers and 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 guarantee that garages and fast-fit centres can repair and maintain their customers vehicles as quickly and efficiently as possible.

A position has recently become available for a Driver/Warehouse Operative to join our busy team. This is a dual role which requires the applicant to perform in either role when required in the Branch.

Ideally, the successful candidate should have previous experience working within a similar background of Warehouse or Commercial vehicle parts.

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

• 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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