Goods In / Warehouse Operative

Blue Arrow; Heywood; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider is seeking Warehouse Operatives for ongoing work in Heywood, offering £12.21 per hour. Responsibilities include managing inbound and outbound processes, checking deliveries, and maintaining inventory accuracy while ensuring service excellence. Candidates should possess strong organizational and communication skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office. Ongoing work can lead to permanent positions for successful candidates.

Qualifications

• Flexibility to adapt to changing workloads.
• Reliability and self-motivation are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient operation of Inbound/Outbound department.
• Coordinate with multiple teams to maintain process accuracy.
• Manage delivery bookings and check inbound loads.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Blue Arrow are recruiting for Good In / Warehouse Operatives to work for a large distribution company based in Heywood, OL10.

Purpose of the Role

Reporting to the Operations Supervisor and working closely with the Goods In and Dispatch teams, the Inbound Coordinator ensures the smooth, accurate, and efficient flow of inbound and outbound goods. The role is crucial for maintaining service excellence and meeting customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the Inbound / Outbound department runs efficiently and supports overall business objectives.
• Coordinate closely with Purchasing, Inventory, and Dispatch to keep processes aligned and accurate.
• Perform additional reasonable duties as required to support operations.

Main Duties

Inbound & Outbound Operations

• Organise and oversee daily Inbound / Dispatch activities to meet company and customer requirements.
• Manage all delivery bookings using the Open Dock and JC booking diary systems.
• Ensure inbound products are put away promptly and meet customer SLA expectations.
• Check inbound loads for accuracy, report damage, and investigate discrepancies before escalating to Inventory.
• Verify deliveries against paperwork, flag issues, and address any trailer-related problems.

Inventory & System Control

• Maintain accuracy and integrity of the booking-in system.
• Support management of stock profiles and receiving locations across all accounts.
• Ensure all inbound / outbound processes meet required SLAs.
• Assist with stock transfers and provide confirmation to customers upon completion.
• Generate stock reports and recommend correct put-away locations.
• Investigate inbound stock shortages or mismatches and report findings to the Inventory Department.

Labelling, Prep & Physical Handling

• Create and provide labels for inbound / outbound stock and new locations as needed.
• Break down deliveries into single-SKU pallets when required.
• Perform routine data entry for inbound and outbound warehouse movements.
• Ensure all carrier returns (Royal Mail, DPD, FedEx, etc.) are processed and placed correctly for the returns team.
• Maintain clean, orderly staging areas and prepare for upcoming deliveries.

Skills, Requirements & Performance Expectations

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Flexible and able to adapt quickly as workloads shift.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Trustworthy, reliable, and self-driven.
• Effective team player with good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and PDF handling.

Shift Patterns

• Monday - Friday 7am-4pm
• Monday - Friday 1pm-10pm

Pay

The pay rate for this role is £12.21 per hour.

Ongoing Work

Ongoing work, leading to permanent for the right candidates.

Equal Opportunity

Blue Arrow are an equal opportunities employer.

Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.