Lead Warehouse Person

March 2, 2024

Job Description


Job title: Lead Warehouse Person

Company: Howdens Joinery

Job description: Lead Warehouse Person

LEAD WAREHOUSE PERSON

At Howdens we operate an ‘in stock’ business, so that our trade customers are able to get the products they need when they need it. As our Lead Warehouse Person, you will assume the leadership role in maintaining optimal stock levels, ensuring compliance with health and safety guidelines, and delivering exceptional customer service. Your expertise and leadership skills as our Lead Warehouse Person will be crucial in providing a friendly, professional, and knowledgeable experience for our customers while overseeing general warehouse operations.

Skills and attributes you need to be a successful Lead Warehouse Person:

  • Ability to lead a small warehouse team, providing general guidance and direction to achieve a common goal
  • Capability to identify and escalate issues promptly and effectively on behalf of a team
  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Planning and organising
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Customer service
  • Effective communication
  • Health and safety

What you get from us as a Lead Warehouse Person:

  • Competitive base salary
  • Monthly depot bonus OTE
  • Team incentives and outings
  • Matched contribution pension scheme, with Howdens contributing a minimum of 8% and up to 12% if you pay more
  • 24 days holiday, rising to 26 days after 5 years
  • Staff discount on Howdens products
  • Buy as you earn share scheme

About Howdens:

Howdens Joinery is the UK’s number one trade kitchen supplier providing thousands of products across kitchens, joinery, and hardware. We have over 900 depots throughout the UK and Europe – making us the first choice for more than 460,000 loyal trade professionals. Last year our sales reached circa 2.3bn, and we have an ambitious growth agenda.

There is a strong entrepreneurial ethos and the opportunity to develop within a fast-paced and commercial environment. That, along with a competitive salary, development opportunities, and exciting rewards, are among the reasons why our people enjoy working for Howdens – and why we have been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For.

How to apply:

When you apply, you will need to attach a CV. If this is your first time applying for a role with us, you will need to activate your account when you apply for this role. Please check your email carefully to ensure that you have completed this step. We are unable to view your application if you have not activated your account. Good luck with your application.

Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you. #LI-LO1

Expected salary:

Location: Lewisham, South East London

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