Warehouse Assistant - Weekends

Fenwick Limited; Burradon; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount

Birthday day off

WeCare wellbeing service

Career progression

On-site parking

Job summary

Fenwick Limited is seeking a Warehouse Assistant to support daily operations at our Killingworth Distribution Centre, ensuring goods are received, processed and dispatched efficiently.

In this fast-paced role you will handle deliveries, stock, pricing, picking and packing, while maintaining accuracy and safety; weekend shifts provide a practical entry into our logistics team with opportunities to learn and grow.

Qualifications

• Experience in warehouse/logistics environments preferred.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems is beneficial.
• Comfortable with manual handling and heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Receive deliveries and check stock upon arrival.
• Handle stock processes and price items for stores.
• Pick, pack and prepare orders for stores and customers.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Manual handling

Data entry

Attention to detail

Tools

D365

Job description

Join us at Fenwick's Killingworth Distribution Centre as a Warehouse Assistant and play a vital role in ensuring the smooth flow of operations within our dynamic and fast-paced environment!

We have 16 hour weekend-only contracts available working set shifts of 8am-4pm.

When you join Fenwick, you'll receive;

• Up to 25% discount in all Fenwick stores and fenwick.co.uk.
• Your birthday off as an additional day annual leave – this can be taken any day within your birth month.
• WeCare -24/7 GP, wellbeing advice & support service.
• Career progression and lots of opportunities to learn as your work.
• Free and secure on-site car parking / bike storage

About the role

As a Warehouse Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operation of our distribution centre, helping to ensure products are received, processed and dispatched efficiently. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will be involved in a variety of warehouse activities, including receiving deliveries, stock handling, pricing, picking, packing and preparing orders for stores and customers.

This is a varied and hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will work across different areas of the warehouse, maintaining high standards of accuracy, organisation and presentation while helping to ensure stock is processed and distributed in a timely manner. Attention to detail and a commitment to quality are essential, as you will help ensure products reach our stores correctly priced, packaged and ready for sale.

Working as part of a collaborative team, you will contribute to the smooth flow of stock throughout the distribution centre while maintaining a safe and efficient working environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a practical role, thrives in a busy setting and takes pride in delivering great results behind the scenes.

What we are looking for in a candidate…

• An interest in / passion for working in a logistics environment and the desire to learn and be part of a dynamic and driven team
• Previous work experience in a warehouse/logistics environment
• Previous experience with working with warehouse management systems
• Experience in data input and a knowledge of D365 is beneficial
• Comfortable with manual handling and heavy lifting (although this is kept to a minimum)

You will be invited to one of our Assessment Centres, designed to give you valuable insight into both the role and life at Fenwick, while allowing us to learn more about your skills and experience.

About Fenwick

Fenwick is rich with heritage and history and have been style pioneers since 1882 when our first store opened. We know luxury and are proud to remain the largest independent, family-owned group of department stores within the UK. We are on an exciting journey to exceed our customers' expectations and we are always on the lookout for new talent to join us.

Our collaborative spirit unites a workforce of over 2,000 individuals across our stores, as well as in our support functions, encompassing Digital, Buying & Merchandising, IT, Finance, People, Customer Service teams, and our cherished restaurants and distribution centres.

Together, we form the beating heart of Fenwick, driving forward our vision for excellence and innovation. Join us as we pave the way toward an even brighter tomorrow, where tradition meets transformation!