Logistics Agent/Transport Planner

Manpower; South Hallsands; Presencial; GBP 12 000 - 18 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Manpower is recruiting for a Logistics Agent/Transport Planner in Ivybridge, Devon. This role supports day-to-day movement of goods, performs receiving and packing, and helps maintain stock records in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have warehouse experience, good numeracy, and a careful, safety-conscious approach. The position offers temp-to-perm progression and opportunities to develop with a team that values reliability and continuous improvement.

Qualificações

• Experience in warehouse or logistics (or transferable).
• Strong attention to detail for picking, packing, and documentation.
• Good numeracy and literacy for stock records and labels.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Understanding of stock control and goods-in/out processes.
• Physically active role with safe lifting and moving goods.
• Reliable with good timekeeping to meet deadlines.
• Health and safety aware in warehouse environments.
• Experience with handheld devices or warehouse systems preferred.
• Counterbalance forklift licence advantageous if site requires.

Responsabilidades

• Support daily movement of goods per schedules.
• Assist with receiving, checking, and processing deliveries.
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for dispatch with accurate labels.
• Maintain clear stock movement records.
• Contribute to safe warehouse operations following procedures.
• Keep work areas organised and compliant with site standards.
• Support stock control including basic cycle counts.
• Escalate discrepancies promptly.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet service levels.

Conhecimentos

Warehouse experience

Attention to detail

Numeracy & literacy

Stock records

Safety awareness

Ferramentas

Handheld scanners

Warehouse software

Goods-in/out knowledge

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Potential Temp to Perm

Join a supportive and fast-paced logistics environment where your contribution directly supports smooth day-to-day operations. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in accuracy, and wants to build a career in a business that values reliability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day movement of goods in line with operational requirements and agreed schedules.
• Assist with receiving, checking, and processing deliveries to ensure correct items and quantities are recorded.
• Pick, pack, and prepare orders for dispatch, ensuring labels and documentation are accurate.
• Maintain clear and up-to-date records of stock movements and relevant logistics activity.
• Contribute to safe warehouse operations by following health and safety procedures at all times.
• Help keep work areas organised, clean, and compliant with site standards.
• Support stock control activities, including basic cycle counts and locating items as required.
• Escalate discrepancies, damaged goods, or process issues to the appropriate team member promptly.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet service levels and resolve operational queries.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse or logistics environment (or demonstrable transferable experience).
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in picking, packing, and documentation.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills for stock records, labels, and basic reporting.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions clearly and consistently.
• Basic understanding of stock control principles and goods-in/goods-out processes.
• Comfort working in a physically active role, including lifting and moving goods safely.
• Good timekeeping and reliability, with a focus on meeting operational deadlines.
• Health and safety awareness, including safe working practices in a warehouse environment.
• Competence using handheld devices or warehouse systems for scanning and recording (or willingness to learn quickly).
• Relevant certifications are advantageous, such as a Counterbalance Forklift Licence (if applicable to site requirements).

Logistics Agent/Transport Planner Ivybridge, Devon