PM Warehouse Goods-In & Stock Controller

Proactive Technical Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global is seeking a reliable Goods In Operative to join the warehouse team on a PM shift (2:30pm-11:00pm, Mon-Fri) in Reading. You will ensure efficient goods reception, stock checking, and accurate picking/despatch activities.

The role requires hands-on warehouse experience, particularly in goods-in and picking, plus basic computer literacy for stock recording. A proactive, team-based approach with attention to safety is essential.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or stores experience, preferably within a busy environment.
• Proven experience in warehouse picking and accurately selecting stock against orders.
• Previous goods-in/receiving experience, including checking, counting, and booking in deliveries.
• Experience handling and organising a variety of stock, including boxes, packages, and loose items.
• Experience carrying out stock checks or inventory-related activities.
• Experience using basic computer systems to record or retrieve information.
• Experience with delivery notes, purchase orders, stock records or similar documentation would be advantageous.
• Experience working closely with other departments within a business is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Picking stock and materials accurately in accordance with orders, picking lists, or internal requirements.
• Receiving and unloading incoming deliveries safely and efficiently.
• Checking deliveries against purchase orders, delivery notes, and other relevant documentation.
• Counting and verifying incoming stock, including both boxed and loose items.
• Identifying and reporting shortages, discrepancies, damages, or incorrect deliveries.
• Booking incoming goods onto the relevant computerised system and ensuring stock records are kept accurate and up to date.
• Labelling, organising, and storing stock correctly within the warehouse/stores area.
• Ensuring stock is located correctly and can be easily identified and retrieved when required.
• Preparing stock and materials for internal departments, production, or despatch.
• Packing items securely and appropriately for movement or delivery where required.
• Carrying out regular stock checks and assisting with stocktakes and inventory control.
• Maintaining accurate records of stock movements and transactions.
• Keeping the warehouse and stores area clean, tidy, and well organised at all times.
• Ensuring goods are stored safely and that walkways, work areas, and storage locations remain clear.
• Moving boxes, pallets, and other materials using appropriate manual handling techniques.
• Working closely with other departments to ensure stock and materials are available when required.
• Communicating any stock issues, delivery problems, or operational concerns to the relevant person promptly.
• Following company procedures relating to health and safety, stock control, manual handling, and warehouse operations.
• Supporting other warehouse and stores duties as required by the business.
• Carrying out any other reasonable duties associated with the role.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Goods-in

Picking

Inventory control

Computer literacy

WMS experience

Tools

Warehouse management system (WMS)

Inventory system

Job description

Proactive Global is seeking a reliable Goods In Operative to join the warehouse team on a PM shift (2:30pm-11:00pm, Mon-Fri) in Reading. You will ensure efficient goods reception, stock checking, and accurate picking/despatch activities.

The role requires hands-on warehouse experience, particularly in goods-in and picking, plus basic computer literacy for stock recording. A proactive, team-based approach with attention to safety is essential.