Warehouse Operations Assistant (Picker & Packer)

Warehouse Operations Assistant (Picker & Packer)


Company
WeBuyVintage
Location
Leeds
Posted
1 day ago
Via
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Job Description
About WeBuyVintage

WeBuyVintage is one of the UK’s largest buyers of jewellery, antiques and collectibles. We run more roadshows than any other UK company - over 250 valuation events every month - bringing trusted experts face-to-face with customers across the country.

In less than two years, we’ve grown from a pub-table idea into an eight-figure business, and we’re on a mission to make WeBuyVintage a brand everyone recognises.

The Role:

We are looking for a reliable, organised and hardworking Operations Assistant to support the day-to day running of our operations department. This role combines warehouse operations, stock management, picking and packing customer orders, and general operational support. You'll be responsible for ensuring items move efficiently through our systems, from receiving and sorting stock through to preparing orders for dispatch.

You'll be working closely with multiple departments across the business and will play an important role in helping the company maintain accuracy, efficiency and excellent customer service as we continue to scale.

This position would suit somebody who enjoys a fast-paced environment, has strong attention to detail and takes pride in completing tasks accurately and efficiently.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Pick customer orders accurately and efficiently from warehouse stock
• Pack customer orders securely and professionally for dispatch
• Prepare parcels, labels and shipping documentation for courier collections
• Receive, unload and process incoming deliveries
• Sort, organise and store inventory within warehouse locations
• Carry out stock checks and assist with inventory management
• Ensure products are quality checked before dispatch
• Support general warehouse and operational activities
• Work closely with buying, administration and logistics teams
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment
• Help improve operational processes as the business continues to grow
• Support additional fulfilment, packing and operational tasks as required

Who We’re Looking For:

You’ll be great in this role if you have:
• A reliable, positive and proactive attitude
• Good organisational and time management skills
• The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable with manual handling and being on your feet throughout the day
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• willingness to learn and contribute to a growing business

Qualifications & Experience:

Essential:
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to learn internal systems quickly

Desirable:
• Previous warehouse, fulfilment, picker/packer or operations experience

is desirableWhat You’ll Get:
• 4-day working week (Monday to Thursday)
• Access to Bright Exchange - enjoy thousands of exclusive employee discounts and perks
• Employee Assistance Programme - confidential, 24/7 support for you and your immediate family, covering work, personal, and home life matters
• On-demand professional development - access to BrightHR’s online learning platform to build new skills and support your career progression
• Competitive pay
• Be part of a rapidly growing, friendly UK brand

The salary for this role is £25,000 - £27,000 p.a.

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