Warehouse Operative

Job Description

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Modish Furnishing is a growing UK furniture retailer specialising in distinctive, contemporary furniture for homes across the country. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for a reliable and motivated Warehouse Operative to join our team and help ensure our warehouse and order fulfilment operations run smoothly.

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This is a hands-on warehouse position with some administrative responsibilities, so we are looking for someone who is organised, comfortable using computer systems and confident communicating with other members of the team.

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Key Roles & Responsibilities

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• Pick and pack customer orders accurately and safely.

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• Print shipping labels and prepare orders for daily courier collections.

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• Ensure the correct products, packaging and shipping documentation are used for each order.

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• Update order statuses and tracking information within our systems.

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• Palletise orders safely and in accordance with courier requirements.

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• Receive, unload and store incoming stock and supplier deliveries.

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• Assist with unloading containers and ensure stock is stored efficiently within the warehouse.

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• Conduct regular stock checks and report any discrepancies..

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• Operate a forklift when required.

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• Keep the warehouse organised, tidy and safe, including condensing and relocating stock to maximise available space.

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• Prepare warehouse space ahead of incoming stock deliveries.

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• Ensure goods being collected by couriers are correctly recorded and accounted for.

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• Communicate regularly with the Customer Support team regarding order cancellations, delayed dispatches, replacement parts and other order-related issues.

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• Attend a weekly team meeting with the Customer Support team to discuss any outstanding orders, stock or fulfilment issues.

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• Identify and communicate opportunities to improve warehouse, fulfilment and stock processes.

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What We're Looking For

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• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

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• Comfortable using computers and basic IT systems.

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• Reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a team.

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• Good communication skills.

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• Ability to work in a busy warehouse environment and manage daily priorities.

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• A responsible approach to stock handling, workplace safety and customer orders.

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Desirable

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• Previous warehouse, picking and packing experience.

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• Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS), particularly Linnworks.

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• Previous experience receiving and managing stock deliveries.

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• Forklift licence or previous forklift experience – training can be provided if required.

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• Experience working within an e-commerce or order fulfilment environment.

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At Modish Furnishing, we want our employees to feel valued, supported and comfortable at work. We believe in treating people with respect, maintaining a friendly working environment and giving team members the support and training they need to perform their role confidently.

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Safety is also extremely important to us. We expect everyone to look after themselves and their colleagues, follow warehouse procedures and raise any concerns so that we can maintain a safe and positive workplace for the whole team.

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Job Type: Full Time

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Working Days: Monday – Friday

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Working Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm

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Hours: 35 hours per week

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Pay: £13.50 per hour

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