Warehouse Operative

Job description

Stores Team Member – Head Office Full-Time | Reports to: Warehouse Lead / Transport Manager At Wenzel’s the Bakers , we’ve been proudly serving our local communities with quality baked goods since 1975. As a family-founded business, our values are rooted in community, quality, and innovation. We believe in creating a supportive workplace where our people feel valued, empowered, and able to thrive. We’re now looking for a reliable and detail-focused Stores Person to join our Head Office team and play a vital role in keeping our operation running smoothly. The Role As a Stores Team Member, you’ll ensure stock is received, stored, controlled, and issued accurately and safely. You’ll help maintain a clean, compliant, and well-organised stores and yard environment while supporting stock control and ordering activities. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys being active, organised, and part of a busy operational team. Key Responsibilities Receive and check deliveries for quantity, condition, temperature, and accuracy against paperwork Accurately record goods in using company systems Maintain clean and tidy site, inside and out Store stock safely using correct stacking, labelling, and location controls Pick and issue stock correctly and efficiently Carry out regular stock checks, cycle counts, and support full stock takes Investigate discrepancies and report variances Monitor stock levels and highlight shortages or trends Maintain excellent housekeeping standards across the stores, warehouse, and yard Manage pallets, waste, recycling, and external yard safety Safely load and unload vehicles when required Operate MHE/FLT equipment (subject to training and authorisation) Follow all health and safety procedures including PPE and safe manual handling Complete required training and support wider operational needs when necessary About You We’re looking for someone who is: Experienced in a stores, warehouse, or stock control environment (desirable) Detail-oriented with strong counting and record-keeping accuracy Well organised and able to maintain orderly stock control Confident using basic systems for goods in and stock management A strong communicator who works well with drivers and site teams Health and safety conscious, with good manual handling awareness Physically capable of lifting, moving stock, and working in a yard environment Proactive, positive, and committed to maintaining high standards An FLT licence (Counterbalance and/or Reach) is desirable, or willingness to be trained if required. What We Offer A stable, full-time role within a well-established family business A supportive and team-focused working environment Ongoing training and development opportunities The opportunity to be part of a growing and community-driven brand Annual salary of £27,500, 28 days annual leave plus your birthday off! If you’re dependable, organised, and ready to contribute to a fast-paced operational team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Wenzel’s family!