Warehouse Administrator

DHL; Skelmersdale; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

GP service 24/7

Discounts

Job summary

DHL in Skelmersdale is seeking a Warehouse Administrator to support a fast-paced logistics operation. You will maintain records, run reports and help ensure accurate goods flow across the warehouse.

The role requires good organisational skills, attention to detail and strong IT proficiency with warehouse systems and MS Office. You will work closely with colleagues to keep documentation up to date and deadlines met.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse, logistics or supply chain admin.
• Ability to use warehouse management systems and MS Office tools to manage workloads.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records across warehouse management systems and keep data up to date.
• Generate reports and performance information for daily operations and wider team insights.
• Process inbound orders, coordinate bookings and prepare warehouse documentation for picking/dispatch.
• Investigate system queries and discrepancies, working with colleagues to resolve issues.
• Provide administrative support across the warehouse function, ensuring deadlines and records are kept.

Skills

WMS understanding

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

Warehouse Administrator Are you highly organised, detail-oriented and looking for an opportunity to be at the heart of a busy warehouse operation? We're looking for a Warehouse Administrator to join our team in Skelmersdale, providing vital support to ensure the smooth flow of goods, information and processes across the warehouse. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and playing a key role behind the scenes, we'd love to hear from you.

A typical day may involve:

• Maintaining accurate records across warehouse management systems, ensuring operational data is updated, validated and readily available
• Generating reports and performance information to support daily operations and provide valuable insight to the wider team
• Processing inbound orders, coordinating bookings and preparing warehouse documentation to support efficient picking and dispatch activities
• Investigating system queries and discrepancies, working closely with operational colleagues to resolve issues quickly and effectively
• Providing administrative support across the warehouse function, ensuring processes are followed, records are maintained and deadlines are consistently achieved

This role would suit people who:

• Have previous experience in a warehouse, logistics or supply chain administration role and understand the importance of accuracy in a fast-moving operation
• Are confident using warehouse management systems, Microsoft Office applications and other administrative tools to manage workloads effectively
• Can prioritise tasks and remain organised in an environment where deadlines and customer requirements are constantly changing
• Have strong communication skills and enjoy building positive working relationships with colleagues across different teams
• Take pride in producing high-quality work, with excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving

Why join us?

• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice

Who we are

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

Building an inclusive workplace

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.