Warehouse Operative - Reading

HEALTHXCHANGE PHARMACY UK LIMITED; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,100 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

annual performance bonus

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

staff discount

staff social events

Health Assured EAP

Job summary

Healthxchange is hiring a Warehouse Operative in Reading to support efficient warehouse operations. You will pick and pack orders, label correctly, and process returns, while using an ERP system to track inventory.

Responsibilities include receiving goods, storing with FEFO, maintaining records, and weekly stock counts. Role requires lifting up to 25kg and forklift operation; a steady, reliable team player is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 GCSEs (A* to C) passes, including English, Maths, and IT.
• Experience using an ERP system.
• Willingness to operate forklift and lift up to 25kg.

Responsibilities

• Achieve high accuracy in picking and packing sales orders.
• Label orders to prevent returns and ensure GDPR compliance.
• Process returned orders per SOPs.
• Record data accurately in ERP system.
• Receive and inspect incoming goods.
• Store products using FEFO (First Expiry, First Out).
• Maintain inventory records and weekly stock counts.
• Replenish pick locations and organise storage space.
• Safely handle goods, lifting up to 25kg and operating a forklift.
• Keep warehouse tidy and maintain good housekeeping.
• Maintain and clean storage areas.

Skills

Strong communication

Highly accurate

Team player

IT literacy

Education

GCSEs including English, Maths, IT

Tools

ERP system

Forklift certification

Job description

Warehouse Operative
Compensation: £28,100 - £29,000
Location: Reading
Hours: 42.5 hours / week - Monday to Friday. Your working hours will be scheduled between 7:00am and 6:00pm. We do not offer part time or visa sponsorship.
About Healthxchange
Founded in 2000, Healthxchange is the leading supplier of medical aesthetic products and services to professionals across the UK & Ireland. Healthxchange proudly partner with award-winning brands including Obagi Medical, Medik8, and Jane Iredale to strategically commercialise their products in market. We currently supply over 9,000 clinics with a full range of products (Skincare, Injectables, Energy-based devices) and services (software & education) to support their 360 business needs. The company offers a dynamic environment for innovation and growth in the medical aesthetic space.
About The Role
We are searching for a Warehouse Operative to support warehouse operations through the efficient and accurate picking, packing, storage, and management of inventory. The role is integral to maintaining a well-organised warehouse, ensuring timely order fulfilment, and maintaining stock accuracy. It involves direct handling of goods, operating machinery, and using an ERP system to track inventory while adhering to best practices for safety and organisation.
Responsibilities

• Achieve high levels of accuracy and efficiency in picking and packing sales orders.
• Ensure that orders are correctly labelled to prevent returns and maintain GDPR compliance.
• Process returned orders in line with internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Work with an ERP system to record data accurately.
• Receive and inspect incoming goods for damage or discrepancies.
• Store products using the FEFO (First Expiry, First Out) procedure.
• Maintain accurate inventory records of all goods in the warehouse.
• Replenish pick locations and conduct weekly stock counts.
• Organise and transfer goods, ensuring safe handling, including manual lifting of up to 25kg and operating a forklift for larger units.
• Arrange storage racking to maximise available space and ensure safe storage.
• Keep the warehouse organised and ensure good housekeeping.
• Maintain and clean storage areas to promote an efficient working environment.

Requirements

• Highly accurate and reliable
• Strong communication skills
• Good numeracy skills and IT literacy
• Physically fit to handle the lifting requirements
• Customer-focused approach
• Ability to meet deadlines and handle work demands
• Team player
• Willingness to work in environments with variable temperatures
• Experience in using an ERP system
• Forklift operation certification

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 GCSEs (A* to C) passes, including English, Maths, and IT.

Benefits

• Company pension
• annual performance bonus
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays (and increasing with service)
• staff discount
• staff social events
• access to Health Assured EAP.

Healthxchange is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.