Functional Expert, Warehouse
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LocationHerbert Parkinson
Also inOur Herbert Parkinson Office in Darwen Nr Manchester
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
DepartmentPlanning & Logistics
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 22, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Demonstrable experience in a Warehouse, Stock control role
Strong capacity to prioritise, multitask, and manage competing deadlines
Flexible, adaptable and able work well under pressure in a dynamic environment
Licence to operate FLT, Wave trucks & other relevant Warehouse equipment / Ability to obtain licence via training
ABOUT THE ROLE
At Herbert Parkinson, a proud and historic part of the John Lewis Partnership, we are embarking on an exciting transformation journey to secure our long-term success. By investing in state-of-the-art manufacturing capabilities, streamlining our operations, and creating broader, more fulfilling roles for our Partners, we are building a more sustainable and agile future. Join us as we continue to deliver exceptional quality and service for our customers while empowering our partners to thrive
Reporting directly to the Planning & Logistics Manager, you will support & assist warehouse and logistics operations to ensure the safe, efficient receipt, storage, picking, and despatch of raw materials, consumables, and finished goods. In this role, you will power manufacturing operations and meet customer demand while driving key branch KPIs
In addition to your contractual pay, any time worked between 22:00 - 06:00 will attract Night Premium at a rate of £4.25 per hour. This will also apply to existing Partners who have enrolled onto Enhanced Hours Premium arrangements.
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Expected salary - £31,700-£47,500 (dependent on experience)
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Contract type - This position is a Permanent role. 38.75 Hours per week
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Location - This role is based at our Herbert Parkinson Office in Darwen Nr Manchester.
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Hours of work - 08:00 - 16:00
Key responsibilities
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Promote a positive Health & Safety and Continuous Improvement culture, ensuring high standards of housekeeping are maintained. Ensure recycling tasks across production and warehouse, including coordinating collection, sorting, and processing activities. All accidents, near misses & areas for opportunity are communicated and addressed
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Ensure the timely & accurate booking in & safe put away of all incoming deliveries through our in-house systems, reporting any discrepancies identified
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Ensure the timely and accurate picking of materials to feed manufacturing lines, confirming all inventory movements promptly in the system
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Conduct regular inventory checks to ensure physical stocks are accurately reflected on systems.
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Investigate issues identified and resolve / escalate where appropriate.
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Operate all Warehouse vehicles and equipment in a safe manner, with the relevant PPE, adhering to SOP’s. Ensuring all daily start up checks are performed prior to use
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Collaborate with cross-functional internal stakeholders to ensure all customer orders are accurately located, consolidated, and ready for despatch to meet customer requirements
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Collaborate with transport partners & field team to ensure timely & accurate delivery of all customer orders
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In addition to fulfilling Warehouse activities, you will liaise with the Planning & Logistics Manager to optimise the Warehouse labour plan to meet customer requirements
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You will motivate the team; supporting & encouraging all partners to achieve performance targets, sharing performance concerns through your direct reporting line
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Ensure Partners have all the relevant tools & equipment to perform their role inclusive of available & working equipment
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Ensure the work environment - internal & external, is kept safe, clean and tidy, reporting any concerns of unsafe, hazardous activity through your reporting line
Essential skills/experience you’ll need
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Demonstrable experience in a Warehouse, Stock control role
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Strong capacity to prioritise, multitask, and manage competing deadlines
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Flexible, adaptable and able work well under pressure in a dynamic environment
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Licence to operate FLT, Wave trucks & other relevant Warehouse equipment / Ability to obtain licence via training