Warehouse Administrator - Distribution Centre

ADI Global Distribution; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent employment

Christmas holidays off

Pension scheme

Modern warehouse facilities

Employee benefits programme

MHE and cross-training opportunities

Forklift training opportunities

Career development opportunities

Ideas recognised by leadership

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

ADI Global Distribution is seeking a Warehouse Administrator for its busy Oldham distribution centre. You will support stock movement, information flow, and reporting between the warehouse, Head Office, and 28 branches, ensuring products move to the right place at the right time.

No previous warehouse administration experience is required. You will be computer literate, organised, eager to learn, and able to adapt to changing priorities; the role includes administration, coordination, and

Qualifications

• Good computer literacy with confidence using Microsoft Office.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and remain organised when workloads change.
• Good communication skills and confidence working with colleagues across departments.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• A reliable and proactive approach to completing tasks.
• Flexibility to support operational warehouse activities when required.
• A willingness to undertake future Material Handling Equipment (MHE) training, including forklift training.
• An open‑minded approach to both administrative and operational aspects of the role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate daily and weekly reports to support distribution centre performance and service delivery.
• Act as a key point of contact between the warehouse, Head Office, and branch network.
• Maintain warehouse records, operational documentation, and system updates.
• Follow instructions and established processes and procedures while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly in a fast-moving distribution environment.
• Support the day-to-day organisation and efficiency of the distribution centre, helping maintain safe, tidy, and well‑organised warehouse areas.
• Assist with operational warehouse activities when required, including picking, packing, and putting away Goods In deliveries.
• Support stock movement activities to help ensure products are processed and available for branch requirements.
• Assist with the preparation and coordination of annual stock count activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple departments to resolve issues and keep operations running smoothly.
• Follow all Health & Safety policies and procedures at all times.

Skills

Computer literacy

Organisational skills

Prioritisation

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Reliable and proactive

Flexibility

MHE training willingness

Open-minded approach

Education

No Formal Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

We're looking for a Warehouse Administrator to join our busy Distribution Centre in Oldham. You'll play an important role in supporting the movement of stock across our warehouse network, ensuring information, reporting, and communication flow efficiently between the warehouse, Head Office, and our 28 branches. Working at the centre of a fast-paced distribution operation, you'll help keep products moving to the right place at the right time while supporting colleagues across multiple teams. This is a varied role combining administration, coordination, and occasional hands‑on operational support. You don't need previous warehouse administration experience to be successful in this role. We're looking for someone who is computer literate, organised, eager to learn, and comfortable adapting to changing priorities throughout the day.

Job Description

We're looking for a Warehouse Administrator to join our busy Distribution Centre in Oldham. You'll play an important role in supporting the movement of stock across our warehouse network, ensuring information, reporting, and communication flow efficiently between the warehouse, Head Office, and our 28 branches. Working at the centre of a fast-paced distribution operation, you'll help keep products moving to the right place at the right time while supporting colleagues across multiple teams. This is a varied role combining administration, coordination, and occasional hands‑on operational support. You don't need previous warehouse administration experience to be successful in this role. We're looking for someone who is computer literate, organised, eager to learn, and comfortable adapting to changing priorities throughout the day.

Job Duties

• Prepare accurate daily and weekly reports to support distribution centre performance and service delivery.
• Act as a key point of contact between the warehouse, Head Office, and branch network.
• Maintain warehouse records, operational documentation, and system updates.
• Follow instructions and established processes and procedures while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly in a fast-moving distribution environment.
• Support the day-to-day organisation and efficiency of the distribution centre, helping maintain safe, tidy, and well‑organised warehouse areas.
• Assist with operational warehouse activities when required, including picking, packing, and putting away Goods In deliveries.
• Support stock movement activities to help ensure products are processed and available for branch requirements.
• Assist with the preparation and coordination of annual stock count activities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple departments to resolve issues and keep operations running smoothly.
• Follow all Health & Safety policies and procedures at all times.

YOU MUST HAVE

• Good computer literacy, including confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and remain organised when workloads change.
• Good communication skills and confidence working with colleagues across different departments.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• A reliable and proactive approach to completing tasks.
• Flexibility to support operational warehouse activities when required.
• A willingness to undertake future Material Handling Equipment (MHE) training, including forklift training.
• An open‑minded approach to both administrative and operational aspects of the role.

WE VALUE

• Previous experience within a warehouse, distribution, logistics, fulfilment, wholesale, or supply chain environment.
• Experience producing reports and working with Microsoft Excel.
• Experience working across multiple departments, branches, locations, or stakeholder groups.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems, stock control systems, or inventory processes.
• An understanding of stock movement, goods receipt, order fulfilment, or distribution processes.
• A calm, solutions‑focused approach when priorities change.
• A team‑oriented mindset and strong work ethic.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and learning.

What's In It For You

• Permanent, stable employment
• Christmas shutdown and Bank Holidays off
• Company pension scheme
• Modern warehouse facilities
• Employee benefits programme
• Supportive and approachable leadership team
• MHE and cross‑training opportunities
• Forklift training opportunities for suitable employees
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• A workplace where your ideas and contributions are recognised
• Overtime opportunities when available

About Us

ADI is a leading global distributor and solutions provider of security, AV, and smart living technologies, helping professionals deliver smarter, safer, and more connected experiences for homes and businesses around the world. Through trusted brands, exclusive solutions, and strong industry partnerships, ADI supports more than 110,000 customers across residential and commercial markets globally. From security and video surveillance to networking, audio, automation, fire, and connected technologies, ADI offers a broad portfolio of products, services, and software designed to support the evolving needs of integrators, installers, and technology professionals. With a global team spanning operations, sales, supply chain, digital, customer experience, engineering, and more, ADI combines deep industry expertise with innovation and service to help customers grow and succeed in an evolving industry. At ADI, our teams help create the technologies, partnerships, and experiences that keep people connected, protected, and supported every day. Learn more at www.adiglobal.com .
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JOB INFO

Job Identification : 19444
Job Category : Logistics
Posting Date : 2026-09-16T15:19:25+00:00
Degree Level : No Formal Education
Job Schedule : Full time
Locations : Unit 6, Broadgate Business Park, Broadway, Chadderton Oldham, OL9 9XA, GB; Cobalt 1, Foxdenton Lane, Oldham Broadway Business Park, Chadderton Oldham, M24 1NN, GB
(On-site)
Incentive Eligible : N/A
Business : ADI Global Distribution
Hiring Salary Range : We are committed to inclusive and equitable compensation. Salaries are determined by factors like role responsibilities, candidate qualifications, and geographic location. We also provide additional benefits tailored to your location and role.