Warehouse Assistant / Driver - Wholesale Fabrics

A busy wholesale supplier of specialist textiles and trimmings to the interior design and decoration industry is recruiting for a Warehouse Assistant/Driver. They are looking for someone with a strong eye for detail and someone who enjoys physical work.

Essential skills : Physical ability, good general computer and numeracy skills, clean driving license, accurate record-keeping and good colour recognition.

The role will be split between 2 main working locations, the warehouse in Southfields, South West London and the head office in Chelsea as well as out making deliveries to various locations in and around London.

The role will involve the following:

Stock management

• Measuring and cutting fabric and trimmings orders
• Careful handling of delicate fabrics and trimmings
• Labelling and packaging fabric orders securely for delivery
• Quality control of incoming stock and escalating concerns to the relevant department
• Managing appropriate storage of stock

Administration

• Maintaining accurate stock and delivery records online and on paper
• Booking fabric shipments via online courier system
• Assisting with annual stock take
• Ordering stationery and supplies relevant to packing, wrapping, deliveries, etc.

Showroom & warehouse

• General maintenance and care of the showroom and warehouse, including opening and locking up as required
• Liaising with sales and management teams to ensure client satisfaction and timely execution of orders
• Assistance with preparation for special events - e.g. hanging wall displays, moving furniture
• Liaising with suppliers relating to utilities, safety equipment and vehicles
• Add hoc duties as required

Deliveries

• Making in-person deliveries by van/car, to clients including interior design firms and individuals
• Receiving supplier deliveries at the company warehouse, including heavyweight items on palettes

General

• Efficient schedule planning, accommodating new tasks throughout the day where possible
• Acting as a discreet and responsible representative of the company in all interactions
• Working neatly and efficiently, with great attention to detail
• Self-motivated and a team player

Monday to Friday. 9am - 5pm. Salary starting from £35,000 depending on experience plus yearly bonus depending on company performance.