The Role
At Howdens we operate an in stock’ business through all our depots. Our Warehouse Person is responsible for effective stock maintenance, compliance with strict health and safety regulations and high standards of customer service.
Deal with customers in a courteous, professional, and knowledgeable way.
Maintain general housekeeping duties within the warehouse including stock rotation, cleanliness, tidiness and compliance with Health & Safety guidelines.
Carry out security and compliance checks on all incoming stock and outgoing orders while adhering to stock management guidelines to ensure accuracy.
Carry out daily checks on the forklift truck and other mechanical equipment and report all defects to the Depot Manager.
The Person
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work using own initiative
Good communication skills
Planning and organising skills
Ability to prioritise own workload
A desire for continuous personal and professional development
The Apprenticeship
Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2 - Intermediate Apprenticeship
Training provided by in house Learning & Development Team
Support from external training provider
15 Month programme including minimum 12 month learning period plus end point assessment
Apprentices without Level 1 English and maths will need to achieve this level and take the test for Level 2 English and maths prior to taking the end-point assessment and completing the apprenticeship
In return for your hard work and commitment you will be rewarded with some great benefits, which include :
£15,000 salary
Paid holiday entitlement
Generous Pension Scheme
Team incentives and outings
Staff discount on Howdens products 
