Warehouse Operations Specialist

Boeing Company; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in Sheffield is seeking a Warehouse Operations Specialist to coordinate inventory management and shipping processes. The role demands strong logistics expertise and informal leadership skills, supported by a good understanding of compliance and safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience, a Forklift Truck licence, and be proficient in Microsoft Office. The position offers robust benefits, including a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and generous leave policies.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual incentive plans

Pension Plan with employer contribution

Company-paid medical plan

Learning and development opportunities

Generous leave policies

Qualifications

• 6-8 years' experience in a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Experience in informal leadership or project leading in logistics.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate picking and issuing to meet production schedules.
• Manage Raw Material and Finished Goods inventories.
• Prepare and verify shipping/receiving documentation.

Skills

Logistics expertise

Inventory management

Forklift Truck licence

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong communication skills

Tools

SAP

Apriso

Job description

As a Warehouse Operations Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient flow of materials and finished goods within our facility. This mid‑level individual contributor brings deeper operational and logistics expertise to the warehouse team, provides informal leadership and mentoring, and coordinates complex shipping, inventory and compliance activities to support program commitments. You will be responsible for picking and issuing materials for production, managing inventory through compliance checks, and coordinating the shipping and receiving of parts and hardware. The successful candidate will perform the following duties:

The Supply Chain function at Boeing Sheffield, a Boeing Fabrication site that is part of Boeing Commercial Airplanes (BCA), are looking to hire an experienced Warehouse Operations Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Production support: Coordinate and execute picking/issuing to meet production schedules; prioritise and rise high‑priority orders and shortages.
• Inventory management: Coordinate and execute the receipt and management of Raw Material and Finished Goods inventories, including advanced compliance checks, cycle counts, reconciliation, and root‑cause corrective actions; develop and implement inventory controls and stock‑record integrity processes.
• Shipping & receiving: Coordinate shipments; ensure packaging, labelling, documentation and handling meet regulatory and customer requirements.
• Documentation & compliance: Prepare and verify shipping/receiving documentation; proactively liaise with internal trade control/compliance teams and raise escalations as required.
• Quality & improvement: Inspect shipments, resolve discrepancies, drive root‑cause actions and lead small process‑improvement projects.
• Logistics planning: Act as operational contact for complex movements; recommend transportation plans and logistics solutions.

Qualifications

• Typically 6‑8 years' relevant experience in a warehouse, logistics or provisioning environment with progressive responsibility; candidates with 5+ years and demonstrable leadership, compliance or transport planning experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated experience providing informal leadership/mentorship or leading projects in a logistics environment (this is not a line‑management or team‑leader position).
• Forklift Truck licence.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact effectively at all organisational levels and with external stakeholders.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Proficient user of SAP and/or Apriso in a logistics/warehouse environment (transactions, reporting, support for process improvements).
• Experience with third‑party logistics provider coordination.
• First Aid in the Workplace training.
• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent safety leadership training.
• Experience working in an AS9100 aerospace environment.
• Relevant professional certifications in logistics, transport or compliance.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
• Continuous learning – you’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you – we’ll provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• Diverse and inclusive culture – you’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
• 23 days plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year
• Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
• Company‑paid BUPA Medical Plan
• Short‑Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
• Long‑Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from week 27
• 6× annual salary life insurance
• 6 weeks Paternity leave
• 52 weeks Maternity leave
• Learning Together Programme to support your ongoing personal and career development
• Access to Boeing's Well‑Being Programs, tools and incentives