Picker/Driver

Tesco; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food and drink wholesaling sector is seeking Van Drivers to join its delivery team. The role involves picking for the delivery operation, ensuring excellent customer service, and efficient processing of deliveries. Candidates need to hold a valid driving license and possess qualities such as punctuality and a can-do attitude.

Qualifications

• Full driving license required.
• High standards of customer service required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet delivery targets.

Responsibilities

• Accurate picking and dispatch of goods using a handheld terminal.
• Providing excellent customer service by delivering on time.
• Loading stock into the vehicle and unloading at customer premises.

Skills

Customer Service

Punctuality

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Job description

Overtime opportunities are also available.

Within this role, you will have the opportunity as a permanent team member to join our delivery team.

You will join the business as a Van Driver with a mix of duties, including picking for the delivery team, which involves supporting the delivery operation in achieving first-class customer service.

You need a full driving license to be considered for this role.

Our drivers are the heart of our business, playing a vital role in ensuring customers receive their deliveries on time with excellent service.

Responsibilities include the accurate picking and dispatch of goods using a handheld terminal, and advising the manager of any discrepancies.

Checking quality, shelf life, and ensuring packaging is robust for delivery.

Providing high standards of customer service by processing deliveries efficiently and meeting targets.

Delivering first-class service to our customers.

Being polite with delivery staff and responding appropriately to queries and complaints, referring complex issues to the appropriate person.

Loading stock into the vehicle at the branch and unloading at customer premises, ensuring paperwork is completed accurately.

Key qualities include a can-do attitude, a passion for customer service, willingness to go the extra mile, punctuality, and proper presentation.

Full driving license required.

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers, and small businesses across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, and six support centres nationwide.

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I), striving to ensure everyone feels represented and able to be themselves at work. We also support flexible working arrangements to accommodate different life circumstances.

Booker is a Disability Confident Committed employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For accessibility support, contact [e-mail].

Please note: Candidates must be over 18 for roles involving early mornings, late evenings, warehouse work, or handling alcohol and driving.

High application volumes may lead to early closing of some roles. We can only provide feedback to candidates who attend interviews.

*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc but operates separately, offering different benefits.*

For more information, visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk