Warehouse Person

Howdens; Gretna; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK trade kitchen supplier in Gretna is seeking a Warehouse Person responsible for stock accuracy and delivering excellent customer service. The ideal candidate should demonstrate initiative and strong organization skills. This role comes with competitive salary, bonuses, and a range of benefits including holiday entitlement and pension contributions.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Monthly depot bonus OTE

Matched contribution pension scheme

24 days holiday, rising to 26 days after 5 years

Staff discount on products

Buy as you earn share scheme

Responsibilities

• Maintain stock accuracy and availability.
• Uphold health and safety regulations.
• Deliver excellent customer service.

Skills

Ability to work on own initiative

Planning and organising

Excellent attention to detail

Customer service

Effective communication

Health and safety

Job description

Overview

At Howdens we operate an ‘in stock’ business, so that our trade customers are able to get the products they need when they need it. Our Warehouse Person is responsible for maintaining stock, upholding strict health and safety regulations, and delivering excellent customer service. In addition to customer interactions, you will be responsible for general warehouse duties, such as stock rotation, tidiness, and ensuring compliance with Health & Safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Maintain stock accuracy and availability to support an in-stock business model
• Uphold health and safety regulations and ensure a safe working environment
• Deliver excellent customer service and professional interactions with customers

Skills and attributes

• Ability to work on own initiative
• Planning and organising
• Excellent attention to detail
• Customer service
• Effective communication
• Health and safety

What You Get From Us As a Warehouse Person

• Competitive base salary
• Monthly depot bonus OTE
• Team incentives and outings
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with Howdens contributing a minimum of 8% and up to 12% if you pay more
• 24 days holiday, rising to 26 days after 5 years
• Staff discount on Howdens products
• Buy as you earn share scheme

About Howdens

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda. There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How To Apply

When you apply, you will need to attach a CV. If this is your first time applying for a role with us, you will need to activate your account when you apply for this role. Please check your email carefully to ensure that you have completed this step. We are unable to view your application if you have not activated your account. Good luck with your application.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email [e-mail] with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.

Please note that candidates applying for this role must have a valid right to work in the UK, we do not offer sponsorship of employment for any depot positions at this time. We appreciate your understanding.