Operational Clerk - Stock Department

Brights Hardware; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local hardware supplier is looking for an administrative assistant to support the wholesale division. You will investigate stock discrepancies, manage supplies, and ensure operational efficiency. Applicants should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential. This position is based in Colchester, UK.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in a stock-related function.
• At least 2 years’ experience in the industry.
• Accuracy, discipline, and motivation.

Responsibilities

• Investigate stock transfer errors and liaise with stock control teams.
• Assist with the monthly error report filing.
• Perform stock checks and process pick notes.

Skills

Planning

Time management

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Ability to handle pressure

Computer skills – Microsoft Office

Education

Matric or three completed intercept courses totaling 120 credits

Brights Induction (Service Excellence)

Tools

K8 system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Purpose: The purpose of this job is to assist in the efficiency and effectiveness of the wholesale division by ensuring all administrative tasks are completed timeously. This will result in achieving customer satisfaction, generating sales, promoting the business, and creating sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

1. Investigate stock transfer errors in the department and liaise with the stock control teams across relevant branches.
2. Liaise with the stock controller daily regarding stock discrepancies after investigations.
3. Assist with the monthly error report filing.
4. Ensure spot checks are performed on department stock takes.
5. Process pick notes.
6. Order and distribute staff uniforms and handle related queries.
7. Replenish refreshments for the distribution centre staff canteen(s).
8. Place stationary orders and conduct monthly stock takes after bulk order distribution.
9. Distribute monthly stationary to various departments.
10. Perform any work-related tasks delegated by a superior.

Requirements

1. Matric or three completed intercept courses totaling 120 credits.
2. Brights Induction (Service Excellence).
3. At least 2 years in a stock-related function.
4. At least 2 years’ experience in the industry.
5. Proficiency with internal K8 system.
6. Planning, time management, and organizational skills.
7. Effective communication skills (verbal & written) at all levels.
8. Ability to handle pressure.
9. Computer skills – Microsoft Office (Internet, Email, Word, Excel).
10. Policy and procedure adherence.
11. Accuracy, discipline, and motivation.

Kindly note that if you are not contacted within 2 weeks after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We are committed to having staff that reflect the diversity of our nation. We will conduct our recruitment and appointments in line with the company’s equity targets, and we are committed to improving our positions. The company reserves the right to make changes to these terms and conditions at any time and for any reason.