Role: 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 neededWhat 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 itDesirable 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