Warehouse Specialist: Stock Control & Fast-Paced Depot

Howdens; Leigh; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses and depot incentives

Excellent pension plan

Up to 32 days annual leave

Staff discount on Howdens products

Share scheme

Job summary

Howdens Joinery in Leigh-on-Sea (Essex) invites applications for a Warehouse Person. You will unload deliveries, check stock, and ensure items are accurate and ready for dispatch in a busy, safety-focused environment.

This hands-on role offers a competitive salary, great bonuses, ongoing training, a strong team culture, and opportunities to develop within Howdens' depot network. A valid forklift license is desirable, and you will work a 40-hour week with no evening or bank holiday working.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Forklift licence desirable

Stock control

Health & safety

Team player

Attention to detail

Time management

Job description

Howdens Joinery in Leigh-on-Sea (Essex) invites applications for a Warehouse Person. You will unload deliveries, check stock, and ensure items are accurate and ready for dispatch in a busy, safety-focused environment.

This hands-on role offers a competitive salary, great bonuses, ongoing training, a strong team culture, and opportunities to develop within Howdens' depot network. A valid forklift license is desirable, and you will work a 40-hour week with no evening or bank holiday working.