Warehouse Coordinator

Manpower UK Ltd; Gosport; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower UK Ltd in Gosport is seeking a Warehouse Coordinator to support day-to-day operations for the UK Chinook Program. You will oversee receipt, storage, control and dispatch of materials, ensuring accuracy, safety and compliance in a fast-paced environment.

The role involves coordinating stock movement, maintaining inventory records (SAP or similar), and collaborating with procurement, planning and logistics to resolve shortages.

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse, logistics, stores or inventory control role.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping.
• Good understanding of stock handling, storage and dispatch processes.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, operational environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer literacy, including experience with inventory systems or Microsoft Office.
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain high standards of safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and process incoming materials, parts, and equipment.
• Ensure accurate storage, labeling, and location control of stock items.
• Pick, pack, and dispatch materials in line with work orders, schedules, and customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using warehouse management or SAP systems.
• Carry out regular stock checks, cycle counts, and reconciliation activities.
• Support timely movement of materials between warehouse, maintenance and project teams.
• Coordinate with procurement, planning, quality, and logistics teams to resolve shortages, discrepancies, and urgent requirements.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and site security procedures.
• Identify and report damaged, missing, or non-conforming stock.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to improve warehouse efficiency and accuracy.
• Operate material handling equipment if trained and authorized.
• Support audit preparation and maintain required warehouse documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Stock handling

Communication & teamwork

Basic computer literacy

Safety & compliance

Warehouse experience

Education

GCSEs or equivalent

Forklift licence/certification

Logistics/warehouse qualification

Tools

SAP

Warehouse management systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description: Warehouse Coordinator

Location: Gosport

Contract length: 12 Months

Pay: Up to £25 PAYE or up to £32 Umbrella

Role Summary

The Warehouse Coordinator is responsible for supporting day-to-day warehouse operations for the UK Chinook Program in Gosport. This role ensures the efficient receipt, storage, control, and dispatch of materials, tools, and parts while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and high standards of safety and quality. The successful candidate will coordinate stock movement, support inventory integrity, and work closely with internal teams, suppliers, and transport providers to keep operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and process incoming materials, parts, and equipment.
• Ensure accurate storage, labeling, and location control of stock items.
• Pick, pack, and dispatch materials in line with work orders, schedules, and customer requirements.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using warehouse management or SAP systems.
• Carry out regular stock checks, cycle counts, and reconciliation activities.
• Support timely movement of materials between warehouse, maintenance and project teams.
• Coordinate with procurement, planning, quality, and logistics teams to resolve shortages, discrepancies, and urgent requirements.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and site security procedures.
• Identify and report damaged, missing, or non-conforming stock.
• Assist with continuous improvement initiatives to improve warehouse efficiency and accuracy.
• Operate material handling equipment if trained and authorized.
• Support audit preparation and maintain required warehouse documentation.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics, stores, or inventory control role.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping.
• Good understanding of stock handling, storage, and dispatch processes.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, operational environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer literacy, including experience with inventory systems or Microsoft Office.
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain high standards of safety and compliance.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience supporting aerospace, defence, manufacturing, or similar regulated environments.
• Familiarity with SAP or warehouse management systems.
• Forklift truck or other material handling equipment certification.
• Experience with cycle counting, stock auditing, or kitting operations.
• Knowledge of export, transport, or shipping documentation.

Qualifications

• GCSEs or equivalent desirable.
• Forklift licence or similar certification preferred, if applicable to the role.
• Relevant logistics, supply chain, or warehouse qualification desirable but not essential.