Warehouse Assistant

IKEA; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home furnishing retailer in Sheffield is seeking a Warehouse Assistant to join their dedicated team. The role involves managing stock movements, collaborating with fellow team members, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Ideal candidates will have a keen attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a competitive hourly rate and a variety of benefits, including discounts and development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

15% IKEA discount

Life Assurance of 4 times your pay

Enhanced statutory pension contributions

Subsidised meals in the co-worker restaurant

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse experience is beneficial and enthusiasm for an active workplace.
• Ability to follow health and safety guidelines.
• Prepared to act on initiative and support other departments.

Responsibilities

• Manually handle heavy stock and record stock movements.
• Meet delivery deadlines collaboratively.
• Load customer orders safely onto vans.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work with IT systems

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

IKEA Sheffield are looking to welcome Warehouse Assistants to join our hard-working fulfilment team. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity to help ensure our operations run smoothly and efficiently as part of a team that values hard work and dedication.

What we offer

• Start Date of employment: 10th November 2025
• Competitive hourly rate of £12.60 per hour
• 39 hours, 5 days per week with alternate weekends; shifts from 9:00am to 9:30pm with flexibility for early starts
• Flexible arrangements to match life and business needs discussed during the interview

Working with us has its rewards

Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family’s everyday needs.

• 15% IKEA discount and discount portal saving on high-street retailers
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions, and interest-free loans
• Family-friendly policies and benefits
• Commitment to your development throughout your career
• Subsidised hot and cold meals, desserts and snacks in our co-worker restaurant

Full list of benefits: https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/

What you’ll need to have

• Previous warehouse experience is beneficial and enthusiasm to thrive in an active workplace
• Ability to work with IT systems
• Prepared to act on your own initiative, participate productively in group efforts, and willing to support other departments
• Compliance with health and safety guidelines; applicants must be 18 years of age or older
• Attention to detail with regard to stock handling and quality

What you’ll be doing day to day

• Manually handle heavy stock and keep accurate records of stock movements
• Work with a team to meet delivery deadlines
• Break down deliveries into customer orders to be loaded onto vans safely and correctly for last mile delivery
• Work with or around heavy machinery (forklift trucks, counterbalance, pump trucks) to safely transport heavy goods
• Follow all safety protocols and regulations to maintain a secure environment for customers and co-workers
• Ensure stock is organised and available while collaborating with other departments across the store

Recruitment process information

Please let us know if you require any adjustments during the interview process as soon as possible. Attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better. Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend an Assessment centre. We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way. For advice or support, [e-mail] can help.