Warehouse Operative

N2O; Bedford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading brand activation agency is seeking a Warehouse Operative in Bedford to assist the Warehouse Manager with daily operations. Key responsibilities include inventory management, ensuring safety protocols are upheld, and coordinating the dispatch of goods. Ideal candidates will have some warehouse experience, understand stock management, and possess basic computer skills. This role offers a gross annual salary of £21,500 to £24,500, along with additional benefits such as life assurance and medical insurance after two years.

Benefits

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life assurance

24/7 Digital GP Service

Free Private Medical Insurance after 2 years

Employee Assist Programme

Season ticket loan

Free breakfasts and beverages

Qualifications

• Some previous experience of working in a warehouse environment.
• Able to lift and move boxes and heavy packages.
• Good understanding of the spoken and written English language.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and monitoring the receipt, order assembly, and dispatch of goods.
• Ensure safe storage and inventory control.
• Support a clean and safe warehouse working environment.

Skills

Team cooperation

Material stock management

Health & Safety understanding

Basic computer skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

NVQ in Warehousing and Storage

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

N2O is an award winning brand activation agency. For over 25 years, we have been working in partnership with our clients, devising and delivering experiential campaigns for the world’s most ambitious brands in the digital and retail space. We are looking for a Warehouse Operative to play a valuable part in our mission to create great consumer experiences which drive brand loyalty. We work across multiple sectors including FMCG, health and beauty, luxury goods, retail and technology.

The role is based in Bedford and its focus is to assist the Warehouse Manager and Team Leaders with the day to day running of the warehouse, to ensure the safe storage, inventory, pick & packing and delivery deadlines are met, and the warehouse is a safe environment to work in.

Key accountabilities include:

• Assist in planning coordinating and monitoring the receipt, order assembly and dispatch of goods.
• Sign for goods received into the warehouse, update stock system, advise Campaign Managers of the delivery.
• Check and inspect goods received and ensuring they are of accurate quantity, type, and acceptable quality.
• Produce a work plan each day and prioritise tasks.
• Liaise with Campaign Managers, Field Support Managers, Suppliers and Transport Companies.
• Contact courier companies to coordinate the dispatch and delivery of goods
• Load and unload goods from company and third-party vehicles.
• Organise elements to pick & pack, accurately update stock system.
• Operate company vehicles when necessary.
• Produce delivery notes / consignment labels using third party portals.
• Produce store notices.
• Support a clean, safe warehouse working environment for all staff to work in, remove hazardous products from site in line with safety regulations.
• Support the Field Support team, this may involve working off site

• Some previous experience of working in a warehouse environment
• Understand material / stock management techniques and inventory control methods and procedures
• Able to lift and move boxes, heavy packages and elements without difficulty and carry out tasks as directed
• Ability to work co-operatively within a team
• Experience following standard operating procedures and working in a methodical and tidy manner
• Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
• Good understanding of both the spoken and written English Language
• Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, and other specialist stock tracking software - training will be provided)
• Understanding of Health & Safety Regulations
• Honesty, reliability and an organised, methodical 'can do' approach
• Flexibility to work overtime and occasional weekends as business requiresForklift Licence - Counterbalance / Reach Truck
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK

We would love it if you also had

• NVQ in Warehousing and Storage
• Full Driving Licence

• Gross annual salary £21,500 to £24,500 per annum (DOE)
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Day 1 access to 24/7 Digital GP Service
• Free Private Medical Insurance after 2 years' service
• Retail discounts scheme
• Employee Assist Programme
• Season ticket loan
• Free breakfasts / hot and cold beverages