Warehouse Stores Operative

Pertemps Rugby; Rugby; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A distribution company in Rugby is looking for a reliable Stores Operative to manage warehouse operations effectively. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate handling of goods, packing orders, and maintaining stock levels. Applicants should have experience in warehouse environments, possess strong organisational skills, and thrive in a collaborative team setting. This full-time position offers an annual salary of £27,000 alongside a supportive working culture with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

£27,000 annual salary

Collaborative working culture

Opportunity for skill development

Qualifications

• Experience in a warehouse, logistics, or stock-focused environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, unloading, and checking all deliveries.
• Verifying items against supplier paperwork.
• Accurately inputting stock movements into inventory system.
• Picking and packing customer orders with accuracy.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Tools

Inventory management systems

Forklift experience

Job description

Stores Operative

Salary: £27,000 – Full‑time – Location: Rugby

Looking for your next step in warehouse operations? We're searching for a reliable and driven Stores Operative to join a busy, fast‑paced distribution environment. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, takes pride in accuracy, and thrives in a supportive team.

About the Role

As a Stores Operative, you’ll play a key part in keeping warehouse operations running smoothly. You’ll be involved in goods‑in, goods‑out, stock control, picking, packing, inventory accuracy, and ensuring customer orders are dispatched correctly and on time. This is a great opportunity for someone who has worked as a Warehouse Operative, Stores Operative, Picker/Packer, Logistics Operative, Stock Controller, or within general Distribution and Supply Chain functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Receiving, unloading, and checking all deliveries
• Verifying items against supplier paperwork and reporting any discrepancies
• Accurately inputting stock movements into an inventory management system
• Labelling stock and placing it in correct warehouse locations
• Picking and packing customer orders with a high level of accuracy
• Completing final quality checks before dispatch
• Following warehouse processes, security procedures, and health & safety standards
• Operating warehouse equipment in line with training and regulations
• Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards across all work areas
• Supporting wider warehouse operations during peak periods when needed

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a warehouse, logistics, or stock‑focused environment
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work to deadlines in a fast‑paced setting
• A positive, proactive, “can‑do” attitude
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
• Reliable, hardworking, and committed to high‑quality service
• Flexibility with working hours when business needs require it

Desirable Skills

• Experience with inventory or warehouse management systems
• Forklift or mechanical handling experience (training can be provided)
• Understanding of IT equipment or technical stock (advantageous, not essential)

What You’ll Get

• £27,000 annual salary
• Full‑time, 40‑hour week
• A supportive, collaborative working culture
• Opportunity to develop skills and progress within operations