Warehouse Operative

Pelican Recruitment Team; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pelican is seeking an experienced Warehouse Team Leader to join our UK operations in Leighton Buzzard. You will oversee goods receiving, stock control, and dispatch, ensuring accuracy, FIFO compliance, and safe working practices.

The role requires at least 3 years in a fast-paced warehouse, 1 year leading a team, and strong SAP/ERP knowledge. You will support continuous improvement, 6S activities, and liaise across departments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
• At least 1 year experience leading a team.
• Extensive knowledge of SAP or an equivalent ERP system.

Responsibilities

• Receive goods and perform incoming quality checks.
• Prepare goods for shipping and load them onto outbound vehicles.
• Support inventory control and update ERP/m manual records.
• Update SAP and other reports as needed.
• Maintain clean, safe and orderly warehouse area.
• Assist with cycle counting and stock investigations.

Skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

MS Excel

Outlook

Numeracy

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Ensuring workload is completed, targets are met, and materials are available on time. Completing documentation fully and accurately and following record management practices. Receiving goods and performing incoming quality checks. Preparing goods for shipping and loading them on to outbound vehicles. Supporting inventory control, including updating electronic and manual records and systems. Keeping the warehouse clean, orderly and safe.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work as part of the team in goods receiving, dispatch and/or picking materials for production and assembly areas.
• Ensure quality inspections are carried out and materials are to an acceptable level of specification.
• Support material (stock) control ensuring you and team follow FIFO.
• Assist with cycle counting and stock investigations as needed.
• Update SAP and other reports as needed.
• Ensure waste is managed in your area.
• Support the Quality Assurance activities of the company regarding ISO/GMP compliance
• Work with the team on continuous improvement ideas, daily/weekly/monthly housekeeping and complete any 6S or Walk of Pride actions
• Liaise with all areas of the business to ensure customers’ needs are met, communicating effectively at all levels while acting as a point of contact for any questions relating to your area.
• Follows company policies and practices as outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or applicable employment agreement. Follows safety guidelines and procedures in accordance to the job.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• At least 3 years’ experience working in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• At least 1 year experience leading a team
• Extensive knowledge of SAP or equivalent ERP system is required
• Numeracy skills and attention to detail are a must for this role along with experience with Microsoft outlook and excel.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Actively supports and complies with Peli’s objectives, guidelines and commitment to Quality and Safety, with an emphasis on continual improvement.
• Must be able to interact effectively and cooperatively with employees at all levels.
• Must have the ability to complete assignments within the timeframe specified by the Supervisor.
• Must be flexible regarding working hours.
• Must be able to operate in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.