Stores Operative

Whetstone Competitive p/h Permanent

Job Reference: 881532

Stores Operative 
LE8 
Day shifts
Driving license 

Position Overview:


The role involves managing the flow of goods — from receiving deliveries through to preparing and dispatching orders — while maintaining accurate stock records and ensuring all warehouse/stores operations run smoothly and safely.

Main Duties & Responsibilities
  • Goods Handling: Accept and verify incoming deliveries, checking quantities and quality before accurately logging them in the company’s ERP or stock system.
  • Stock Management: Organise and store materials in the correct locations to maintain order and accessibility across the warehouse.
  • Order Preparation: Pick, pack, and prepare goods for dispatch, ensuring accuracy and adherence to delivery deadlines.
  • Inventory Control: Keep all stock information up to date, assist with regular cycle counts, and support periodic inventory audits.
  • Equipment Operation: Use warehouse machinery such as pallet trucks and forklifts safely and efficiently (training available if required).
  • Housekeeping & Safety: Maintain a tidy, well-organised workspace and ensure all activities comply with company health and safety standards.
  • Problem Solving: Report damaged, missing, or incorrect stock promptly and assist in investigating and resolving discrepancies.
  • Collaboration: Support process improvements and provide assistance to other departments when workloads require flexibility.
Required Skills & Experience
  • Background in warehousing, logistics, or store work.
  • Confident using computers and basic stock management or ERP systems.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a methodical, organised approach to tasks.
  • Team-oriented attitude with the ability to work effectively on your own initiative.
  • Physically capable of handling and moving goods safely.
  • A forklift licence is advantageous, though training can be provided for the right candidate
To apply for the Stores Operative position, here are your two options:
  1. "This is the job for me! When can I start?" - Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Emily Wolfe on  0116 254 5411
     between 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
  2. "I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview" - Click "apply now" so I can read your CV and let you know.
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