Warehouse Inventory Assistant

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily warehouse inventory activities ensuring stock is counted recorded stored and controlled accurately safely and efficiently
• Complete stock counts cycle counts location checks inventory audits and other routine stock control activities in accordance with company procedures
• Check product quantities codes descriptions batch numbers expiry dates packaging and stock condition during inventory checks
• Record inventory movements adjustments discrepancies damages shortages overages and other stock information accurately in the warehouse management system
• Use barcode scanners handheld terminals inventory systems and other warehouse technology to complete stock control tasks and maintain accurate records
• Investigate inventory discrepancies by checking warehouse locations delivery records stock movements documentation and system information
• Report missing damaged incorrectly labelled expired unidentified or non-conforming stock promptly to the Warehouse Supervisor or Direct Manager
• Support the quarantine segregation relabelling return disposal or correction of damaged rejected expired or unidentified stock in accordance with company procedures
• Assist with receiving put-away replenishment picking dispatch stock rotation and other warehouse activities as required
• Ensure stock is stored in the correct location and that product identification labelling batch control and expiry date requirements are maintained
• Support accurate stock rotation including first-in first-out FIFO or other product-specific rotation procedures where applicable
• Maintain clean organised secure and clearly labelled warehouse storage areas aisles workstations and inventory locations
• Assist with investigations into stock variances supplier discrepancies customer queries inventory errors and warehouse process issues
• Prepare and maintain inventory reports count sheets adjustment records discrepancy documentation and other relevant stock control paperwork
• Communicate inventory concerns stock shortages location issues system errors and operational delays to the appropriate supervisor or manager
• Handle products pallets cages trolleys and warehouse equipment safely using appropriate manual handling techniques and equipment where trained and authorised
• Complete routine checks of warehouse equipment and report defects damage maintenance requirements or unsafe conditions without delay
• Follow all health and safety manual handling fire safety security hygiene quality and personal protective equipment PPE procedures
• Support process improvements stock management projects seasonal demand audits and other warehouse requirements as directed by the Direct Manager
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned by the Direct Manager

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Warehouse Inventory Assistant Stock Controller Inventory Clerk Warehouse Assistant Stores Assistant or in a similar warehouse or logistics role is desirable
• Good understanding of warehouse inventory control stock counting stock movements stock rotation product locations and general warehouse processes
• Experience completing stock counts cycle counts inventory checks audits or investigations into stock discrepancies is advantageous
• Experience using warehouse management systems inventory systems barcode scanners handheld terminals spreadsheets or other computerised stock control systems
• Good knowledge of stock identification product labelling location control batch tracking expiry date monitoring and safe storage procedures
• Ability to accurately count record check and reconcile stock information while maintaining a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to identify inventory errors investigate discrepancies resolve straightforward issues and escalation concerns promptly
• Good numeracy organisational administrative and basic computer skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with warehouse colleagues supervisors delivery personnel and other departments
• Ability to organise and prioritise tasks meet deadlines follow procedures and maintain accuracy during busy operational periods
• Physically able to stand walk bend reach lift carry push and pull goods and equipment for extended periods in accordance with safe manual handling procedures
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively take responsibility support colleagues and maintain a professional approach
• Reliable punctual proactive safety-conscious and committed to maintaining accurate inventory records and high warehouse standards
• Forklift truck or other material handling equipment certification is an advantage where relevant to the warehouse operation
• Ability to work flexible hours including early mornings evenings weekends public holidays overtime and additional shifts when required by business operations
• Commitment to continuous improvement accurate stock management safe working practices and effective warehouse service delivery

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