Warehouse Operative

Fancy joining the UK’s number one Wine Specialist?

We currently have exciting, flexible opportunities for Warehouse Operatives to join our growing Distribution team!

Who are we?

Majestic is the UK’s largest specialist wine retailer, operating a network of over 200 stores nationwide. Founded in 1980, the company recently passed back into private ownership following the acquisition of Fortress Investment Group and has undergone an ambitious transformation and turnaround programme. The results of which are now being seen, with record market share growth, a new and improved product range, a new website and six new stores - with a pipeline for future expansion over the next five years. With no minimum purchase, the Majestic range includes over 1,100 different wines, spirits and beers both online and in-store. Majestic’s key strength is over 1,000 WSET-trained colleagues offering knowledgeable, friendly service across all channels

The Role

As a Warehouse Operative, you will be working at the heart of the business ensuring you supply our fellow colleagues with the stock they require to make us a successful team in the retail and online environment.  Accuracy and meritocracy are key KPI’s, alongside good timekeeping qualities and a “can-do” attitude.

Key Responsibilities:

• To work effectively as a member of the Warehouse Distribution Team, through effective and appropriate communication.
• Accurately pick stock using our existing WMS via voice control.
• Preparing and packing items for dispatch accurately, on time and in accordance with instructions.
• Ensure that warehouse, stock and equipment is kept clean and safe as per company Health and Safety procedures
• To use all equipment provided in a safe and correct manner, in accordance with Company procedures and safety rules.
• Ensure that all housekeeping requirements are being met.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job - Manual Handling
• Must be flexible and able to work 5 out of 7 shifts when required (including weekends)
• Team player with strong, consistent work ethic.
• Good organisational skills and a methodical approach to work
• Energy, enthusiasm, positive, commitment and a can-do flexible attitude

Benefits:

• Monthly Performance related bonus
• Safety Boots provided
• Up to 20% Staff Discount online and instore
• 29 Days inclusive of Bank and Public Holidays per annum
• Life assurance 3x your salary
• Company Contributory pension
• Free Hot drinks
• Foodie Friday: Free food provided by the company on the 3rd Friday of each month
• Free parking on site
• Fixed shift patterns so you know when you’re working
• An unparalleled fun company culture that's focused on empowering and developing our employees
• Access to Retail Trust which includes; Retail Rewards including Instant savings with discounted e-vouchers, discounted reloadable shopping cards, gift vouchers and gift cards, Discounts of up to 30%, Access to free counselling and support phone line

Job Specifics:

• Contract Type: FTC 
• Location: Hemel Gateway, A, Boundary Way, Hemel Hempstead Industrial Estate, Hemel Hempstead HP2 7GY
• Hours: You will be required to work the following shifts patterns; Mon - Fri (06:00am - 14:00pm) rotating onto (14:00pm- 22:00pm) the following week.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Together we are Majestic! #TWAM

No Agencies Please - We thank you for your interest in working with Majestic Wine, however, we have a PSL who will be supporting us if needed. We will not pay fees or acknowledge any CV's supplied to Majestic Wine unless you have been briefed on the role by a member of our Talent Team.