Warehouse & Stores Operative

Warehouse & Stores Operative Location: Hertford Type: Full-time | Permanent Hours: Permanent Day Shift Salary: £26,000 plus a range of exceptional employee benefits This client is looking for an experienced, organised, hands-on Warehouse & Stores Operative to join a small, but highly knowledgeable team. Responsible for the picking, moving and allocation of goods in/goods out, working alongside the Warehouse Manager and wider team, you will play a vital role in ensuring materials and components are received, stored, and dispatched efficiently keeping operations running smoothly and customers satisfied across the UK and internationally. Goods In & Inventory Control * Receive, identify, unpack, and store incoming raw materials and components * Maintain accurate stock records and workflow visibility * Conduct weekly cycle counts and support annual stock takes * Flag and report any inventory discrepancies * Operate a Forklift Truck (Training is provided) Despatch & Shipping * Pick and pack customer orders with care and precision * Build weekly consignments and ensure timely shipments (OTD is key!) * Select appropriate packaging for safe international transit * Use SAP ERP System to issue goods and generate invoices and packing lists * Book couriers via online portals, ensuring compliance with customs/export controls, communicate professionally with customers regarding collections and shipping update Warehouse Safety & Organisation * Keep the warehouse tidy, hazard-free, and well-organised * Support a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement Experience & Skills * Previous experience in inventory management or stock control * Comfortable with manual handling and heavy lifting * Familiarity with incoterms, customs, and export/import procedures * SAP and Windows Based Software skills and experience is a plus Personal Attributes * Clear communicator with a positive, can-do attitude * Detail-oriented and committed to high standards * Calm under pressure and able to juggle multiple deadlines * Flexible, hardworking, and a true team player * Passionate about delivering excellent customer service Benefits: * Company pension and a range of excellent employee benefits * On-site parking