Warehouse & Logistics Operative

Oxley Group; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxley Group is seeking a Warehouse and Logistics Operative to support efficient warehouse operations, ensuring accurate receipt, storage, control and dispatch of goods. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety and timely delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include receiving goods, stock control, order picking, packing, dispatch documentation and coordination with carriers. Experience with IFS or similar ERP systems and manual handling are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working in warehousing, logistics, or inventory control.
• Experience with ERP systems, especially IFS, for goods receipt, stock management and dispatch activities.
• Ability to handle manual handling and communicate effectively in writing and verbally.

Responsibilities

• Receive and check deliveries against orders and delivery notes.
• Book goods into systems and report discrepancies.
• Label, store and rotate stock accurately.
• Pick, pack and issue materials to production or internal departments.
• Prepare dispatch documentation and shipping labels.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

General education literacy and numeracy

ERP/inventory management certification

Tools

IFS ERP system

Microsoft Excel

Courier systems (UPS/Fed-Ex/TNT/DHL)

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Priory Park - ULVERSTON, Cumburia LA12 9QGPosition Type: Temporary

SUMMARY

To support warehouse operations through the efficient receipt, storage, control, and dispatch of goods, ensuring accuracy, safety, and service levels are maintained.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive and check incoming deliveries against purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Book goods into company systems and report any discrepancies.
• Label and store materials in designated locations.
• Pick and issue materials to production or internal departments.
• Maintain stock accuracy through regular stock checks.
• Ensure correct storage and stock rotation practices are followed.
• Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders for shipment.
• Complete dispatch documentation and shipping labels.
• Coordinate with carriers and courier services regarding deliveries and collections.
• Update shipment records and maintain accurate dispatch information within company systems.
• Load vehicles safely and ensure orders are sent on time.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
• Follow all Health & Safety and Quality procedures.

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience in warehousing, inventory management, and logistics.

EXPERIENCE

• IFS or other ERP system experience is essential
• Manual handling experience essential
• Experience of working in an Operations environment

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Conscientious and hardworking individual who can work effectively with attention to detail in a fast-moving environment, whilst always maintaining accuracy.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and to deal with several issues at once.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Strong teamwork background
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel & Outlook is an advantage
• Good knowledge of Courier systems including UPS, Fed-Ex, TNT, and DHL is an advantage.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Shop floor and office based

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Warehouse and Logistics Operative

All criteria detailed below are essential unless stated “D” (desirable).

Criteria

Competency

Education and qualifications

• Good standard of general education, including literacy and numeracy skills sufficient to accurately complete warehouse and logistics documentation.
• Manual handling knowledge and experience.
• Training or certification in inventory management systems or ERP systems (D)

Experience, knowledge and understanding

• Proven experience working in a warehouse, logistics, stores or supply chain environment.
• Experience of using IFS or a similar ERP system for goods receipt, stock management and dispatch activities.
• Experience of manual handling and safe movement of goods and materials.
• Understanding of warehouse processes including receiving, storing, stock control, picking, packing and dispatch.

Skills

• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Personal qualities and commitment

• Conscientious, reliable and hardworking approach to work.
• Strong commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Positive and proactive attitude.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and workload demands.

Other factors

• Ability to undertake manual handling activities on a regular basis.
• Ability to work within both warehouse/shop floor and office environments.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift and move materials safely throughout the working day.