Job Description
A high-end wholesale supplier of specialist textiles to the interior design is recruiting for a Warehouse Assistant to join their small team. This is a busy, varied role involving working from the warehouse based in Southfields, South London and the Chelsea office/showroom as well as delivering parcels to companies in and around London.
This role suits someone who is physically fit, has good general computer and numeracy skills along with accurate record-keeping and good colour recognition.
The role will involve the following:
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 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
Salary from £33,000 - £35,000. Monday to Friday only. 9am - 5.30pm. Driving licence is essential. 20 days holiday plus public holidays and the company close from Christmas Eve until the first working day of January which is paid as additional holiday on top.