Logistics Operative

Ann Summers; Whetsted; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

29 days holiday

Workplace Pension

50% staff discount

Reward Gateway perks

Eye care vouchers

Free on-site car park

Job summary

Ann Summers is recruiting for a Logistics Operative to join our Paddock Wood distribution centre in Kent. The role is full time, 5 over 7 days with a 7:30–15:30 shift and some peak season flexibility.

You will handle stock deliveries, picking/packing, inventory checks, and returns while upholding health and safety standards and contributing to team KPIs. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits as part of a supportive logistics team, with opportunities to develop across inbound,

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse, logistics, FMCG or fast-paced operational environment.
• Comfortable undertaking physical tasks, including lifting and moving stock.
• Commitment to health and safety and good housekeeping standards.
• Team player with flexible, proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and processing stock deliveries.
• Picking and packing retail, online, wholesale and third‑party orders.
• Inventory management and stock counting.
• Returns and reverse logistics processing.
• Quality control and product rework activities.
• Delivering against individual KPIs and team targets.
• Maintaining health, safety and housekeeping standards.
• Supporting operational improvements and team initiatives.
• Cross-training across multiple warehouse functions.

Job description

Logistics Operative - Full Time

Based at our Paddock Wood logistics hub in Kent (TN12 6UU), which benefits from great transport links across the region, a short walk from the station or free parking onsite.

Contracted 5 over 7 days, the current working pattern is Monday to Friday between 7.30-3.30, with some flexibility required during peak trading season.

At Ann Summers, we're on a mission to empower everyone to feel confident and celebrate who they are. Behind every order we deliver is a dedicated logistics team making sure our customers receive their products quickly, accurately, and with care.

We're looking for enthusiastic and hardworking Logistics Operatives to join our Distribution Centre team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working as part of a supportive team, and take pride in doing a great job, we'd love to hear from you., As a Logistics Operative, you'll play a key role across a variety of warehouse functions, helping us deliver an exceptional experience for our customers.

• Receiving and processing stock deliveries
• Picking and packing retail, online, wholesale, and third‑party orders
• Inventory management and stock counting
• Returns and reverse logistics processing
• Quality control and product rework activities
• Delivering against individual KPIs and team targets.
• Maintaining excellent health, safety and housekeeping standards.
• Supporting operational improvements and team initiatives
• Working across multiple warehouse functions as part of our cross‑training programme.
• Be an ambassador for the brand and champion our Ann Summers values.

You'll be encouraged to develop new skills and gain experience across inbound, outbound, quality control, inventory, and reverse logistics operations.

You be involved in

• Have experience in a warehouse, logistics, FMCG, or fast‑paced operational environment, or are eager to build a career in this field.
• Comfortable undertaking physical tasks, including lifting, moving stock, and being active throughout the day.
• A commitment to Health and Safety and good housekeeping standards.
• Enjoy working as part of a team and supporting those around you.
• Take pride in delivering high‑quality, accurate work.
• Thrive in a fast‑paced environment and enjoy getting stuck in.
• Have a flexible, positive approach and a willingness to learn.
• Have an affinity to the brand and our values.

You might know us as the destination for must‑have lingerie, or even the inventors of the Rampant Rabbit, and you're right, but we're SO much more than that…

We're a unique brand that strives to EMPOWER, lives to PUSH BOUNDARIES, gets kicks off MAKING IT HAPPEN and is ALWAYS INCLUSIVE!

Our approach to AI in our recruitment process…

Real people. Real connections. That's how we hire. Tapping into the expertise of our Talent team and Hiring Managers to select, interview and hire exceptional talent.

While AI can be a helpful tool for research and preparation, we're interested in getting to know the real you. Use AI to support your application if you'd like, but make sure what you submit reflects your own thoughts, experiences, and personality.

The Recruitment Process

At Ann Summers, we are proud to continue embracing inclusion, diversity, and equality in our everyday practices, supporting our people to be themselves. We are committed to building teams with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and views.

What do we bring to the party?

Being part of the AS team offers some fab benefits, not only is it a great business to be part of, but you will also enjoy:

• A salary of £26,525 per annum (£12.75 p/h)
• 29 days holiday (including a Bank Holiday allowance) plus an extra day for each year you're part of the AS team (up to a maximum limit).
• Workplace Pension and Life Assurance.
• 50% staff discount (a colleague favourite!) and access to sample sales.
• Reward Gateway, our brilliant perks scheme that saves you money.
• Colleague social events and engagement initiatives.
• Access to our amazing learning platform, THRIVE.
• Employee Support programme, through the fantastic Retail Trust.
• Eye care vouchers.
• Free on-site car park or season ticket loan.