Warehouse Person

Howden Joinery Limited; New Milton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Pension plan

Annual leave 32 days

Staff discount

Share scheme

40-hour week

No evenings or Sundays

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Howdens Joinery Limited is seeking a warehouse operative at our New Milton depot. You will unload deliveries, check stock and assist with daily warehouse operations while ensuring health and safety standards are met.

The role involves stock checks, maintaining records and supporting trade customers in a fast-paced environment. You will work as part of a close-knit depot team, with a 40-hour week, no evenings or Sundays, and opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Forklift licence is desirable.
• Knowledge of stock control and health and safety.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail, especially with stock and records.

Responsibilities

• Unload deliveries and check stock in line with health and safety standards.
• Carry out daily checks on forklift trucks and equipment.
• Ensure stock is secure and prepared for dispatch.
• Conduct regular stock checks and maintain accurate records.
• Keep the warehouse clean, organized and efficient with stock rotation.
• Support trade customers with professional service.
• Assist with deliveries, collections and general warehouse operations.
• Collaborate with depot team to keep operations running smoothly.

Skills

Forklift licence

Stock control

Health and safety

Independence

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Literacy

Numeracy

Time management

Customer focus

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary, brilliant bonuses and outstanding depot incentives
• Training and ongoing development
• Excellent pension plan with up to 12% company contribution
• Up to 32 days annual leave per year including bank holidays.
• Holiday entitlement rises with service
• Generous staff discount on Howdens products
• Buy‑as‑you‑earn share scheme
• 40 hour working week
• No evening, Sunday or Bank Holiday working
• Virtual GP access and wellbeing support for you and your family
• A strong team culture that genuinely sets us apart

What we’re looking for:

• A valid forklift licence is desirable
• Good understanding of stock control and health and safety
• Someone who can work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail, especially when handling stock and maintaining accurate records
• Good literacy, numeracy and time management skills
• A customer focused approach, with a friendly and professional attitude
• Clear communication and strong organisational and planning skills
• Someone who is reliable, hands on and takes pride in a safe, tidy and well‑run warehouse

What you’ll be doing:

• Unloading deliveries and checking stock accurately, in line with health and safety standards
• Carrying out daily checks on forklift trucks and equipment
• Ensuring stock is secure and accurately prepared for dispatch
• Completing regular stock checks and maintaining accurate records
• Keeping the warehouse clean, organised and efficient through effective stock rotation
• Supporting trade customers with a professional and helpful service
• Assisting with deliveries, collections and general warehouse operations
• Working closely with the wider depot team to keep the operation running smoothly

What it’s like to work here:

We take pride in getting things right first time for our customers Everyone pulls their weight and supports each other as one team It’s a busy depot, so we keep things simple, work fast and get the job done We all play a part in the depot’s success and share in the team bonus We build trust by doing what we say we will, every day

About Howdens:

Howdens Joinery is a highly successful FTSE 100 business, with more than 900 depots nationwide and more than 11,000 staff. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we continue to experience significant growth and success. Despite our scale, Howdens remains a local business with traditional values. 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. 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.

Discover your next role with us and see how you can fit into one of the UK’s best big companies to work for. As a proud member of The Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers, we offer exciting opportunities for both apprentices starting out and experienced professionals ready to take the next step in their careers. Whether you’re working in our depots, building strong relationships with our trade customers, or applying your expertise to create, manufacture and distribute our market‑leading products, there are many roles that make Howdens a success. Find out more about what makes our Depots tick.

Howdens is the UK’s number one specialist kitchen supplier, trusted by the trade since 1995. From just 14 depots when we started, we’ve grown to nearly 950 across the UK and Europe, and we’re still growing.

At Howdens, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Whether in our depots, manufacturing sites, or support teams, everyone plays a vital role in helping us grow, innovate, and make a difference. We work exclusively with trade professionals, giving them the products, service, and support they need to deliver kitchens fitted to the highest standard. By building strong partnerships with local tradespeople, we help them exceed their customers’ expectations, and in turn, we all succeed together. Our success is built on a simple but powerful model: locally empowered depot teams backed by a world‑class supply chain. This means we can keep products in stock, provide exceptional service, and deliver real value to our customers every day.

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.

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.