Automated Warehouse Specialist - Peterborough"You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself."Employment Type: Full Time, RegularDepartment: Fulfilment OperationsNumber of Positions: 2IKEA Peterborough CDC is seeking Automated Warehouse Specialist's to join their team • The Start Date of employment will be 10th of December.• Starting salary of £31,500 per annum, based on competence and experience.• 40 Hours per week, availability required between 06:00am - 22:00PM, Shifts will rotate between AM, Mid and PM. • We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview. WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day, and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs. • 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High-street retailers.• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans. ..as well so much more! WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE• University degree (Economics, Logistics, Supply Chain Management) or proven performance in logistics/commercial/supply chain management.• 1-2 years’ technical/automation experience. • Experience of working in tactical, operational and strategic level.• Retail/home furnishing/supply chain/customer service experience and interest. • Proven analytical and numerical skills with ability to identify required actions.• Experience in problem solving and improving ways of working with ability to analyse end-user needs. • Excellent computer skills. • Fluent in English both written and verbal. • Experience of work both on tactical and operational level. • Proven ability to priorities and organize work in order to make the most efficient use of time available. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY• Contribute to high performing daily operational processes by developing and optimizing the automation systems capabilities with a proactive approach and the End-to-End Fulfilment processes in mind.• Responsible to handle errors, minor bug fixes and a neat and clean environment to secure the machines high performance in operations.• Responsible to implement and coordinate the level 0 support, perform connected analyses in case of disturbances and to react in case of disruption/problems within the automations’ configuration and act upon system failures.• Accountable for system deployments (implement system developments and set-up aligned with operations) including developing the needed competencies to operate the automated solution and acting as change agent towards leaders and co-workers.• Responsible for follow-up, creating actions based on the agreed automation Key Performance Indicators and for tracking the process according to system set up definition. •Within the role there will be times where are looking to bring new automation within the unit, it will be the responsibility of the AWS co-workers to adapt and support the integration of any new automation or projects. WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace. Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATIONLet us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible. • Please attach an updated CV and cover letter with your application so we can get to know you better. • Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face to face interview. Interviews will take place from 17th - 23rd November.We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way. For any advice or support, email euan.mcgregor@ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!