A luxury, high-end wholesale supplier of specialist textiles and trimmings to the interior design and decoration industry is recruiting for a responsible and trustworthy warehouse assistant. This is a role requiring a strong eye for detail and the ability to thrive in a physically demanding role.
Essential skills: Physical ability, good general computer and numeracy skills, clean driving license, accurate record-keeping and good colour recognition.
Stock management
- Measuring and cutting fabric and trimmings orders
- Careful handling of delicate fabrics and trimmings
- Labelling and packaging orders securely for delivery
- Quality control of incoming stock and escalating concerns to the relevant department
- Managing appropriate storage of stock
Administration
- Maintaining accurate stock and delivery records online and on paper
- Booking shipments via online courier system
- Assisting with annual stock take
- Ordering stationery and supplies relevant to packing, wrapping, deliveries, etc.
Showroom & warehouse
- General maintenance and care of the showroom and warehouse, including opening and locking up as required
- Liaising with sales and management teams to ensure client satisfaction and timely execution of orders
- Assistance with preparation for special events - e.g. hanging wall displays, moving furniture
- Liaising with suppliers relating to utilities, safety equipment and vehicles
- Ad hoc duties as required
Deliveries
- Making in-person deliveries by van/car, to clients including interior design firms and individuals
- Receiving supplier deliveries at the company warehouse, including heavyweight items on palettes
General
- Efficient schedule planning, accommodating new tasks throughout the day where possible
- Acting as a discreet and responsible representative of the company in all interactions
- Working neatly and efficiently, with great attention to detail
- Self-motivated and a team player
This is a full time, permanent role, Monday to Friday 9am - 5.30pm. Salary up to £35,000.