Overview
Job Title: Warehouse Operations Assistant (Christmas)
The festive season at Boots is one of our most exciting and important times of the year, and it simply couldnt happen without the energy and dedication of our warehouse team. As a Warehouse Operations Assistant, youll be at the heart of the action, ensuring every customer receives the high-end festive experience they love and deserve.
This role is a great opportunity whether youre just starting out in your career or have retail or warehouse experience and want a fresh challenge. If you enjoy meeting personal goals and being part of a supportive team, this is the position for you. While this is a temporary contract, there may be potential for a permanent role later depending on opportunities in your local area.
Responsibilities
* Drive stock between the warehouse and Boots stores
* Unpack and replenish stock
* Load and dispatch goods
What you’ll need to have
* Able to Drive: You need to hold a valid full UK Driving Licence
* Speed & Accuracy: You need to enjoy following process, working quickly whilst staying precise
* Physical Stamina: Youll be on your feet, standing, walking, lifting and driving. If youre ready to stay busy and active, this is the role for you!
* Availability: You need to be able to work early start times and weekends
* Tech-Savvy: You need to be comfortable learning about and using new technology, including handheld mobile devices
* Adaptable: You need to excel in a varied environment where priorities change to suit the flow of work in the warehouse
* Safety-Minded: You need to maintain a safety-focused mindset and understand the importance of following health and safety procedures
It would be great if you also have
These are desirable skills or experiences and are not essential. Applications from candidates that don’t match these additional criteria are welcome:
* Experience in a warehouse environment
* Experience using hand-held scanners or inventory systems
* Basic numeracy skills
* Access to a car
* Familiar with the products Boots sells
Career development
Are you thinking about your future career goals? There are plenty of opportunities to continue your career with us; whether you progress within retail or pharmacy or operations, work your way up to store leadership or even join our Support Office. Check out some success stories here.
Our benefits
* Generous employee discounts
* Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme
* Maternity/Paternity/Adoption gift card
We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you. Find out more at boots.jobs/rewards. Exclusions may apply, eligible roles only. Salary estimates on third-party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.
Why Boots
At Boots, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all.
What’s next
If youre up for a challenge, enjoy working in a team, and are ready to make an impact, apply now. If your application is successful, we will be in contact to attend an in-person interview within the next 14 days.
If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.
Need To Know
We are looking for candidates who can work 4 days between Monday and Saturday. You need to be available 8am to 5pm and you must hold a valid UK driving license.
Business Area: Retail
Function: Christmas
Hours per week: 30
Region: 6 - East
Store: 917 - WEST THURROCK
Address: 74 Thurrock Lakeside S/C, Grays, Essex
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