Stores & Logistics Operative

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Store & Logistics Operative.

As Stores & Logistics Operative you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our trades team has all the necessary materials required in a timely manner.

You will provide an excellent stores customer service experience to both internal and external customers and stakeholders consistently. You will work closely with the Store Manager, Transport Coordinator and your team to maintain a well organised and efficient service, contributing to a seamless operation.

In this role, you will:

• Efficiently manage stock levels ensuring that trades have access to required materials by receiving, inspect, and record incoming stock accurately.
• Issue and receive stock through the stores stock control system to ensure accurate stock movements.
• Take receipt of deliveries and ensure all materials are retained correctly to maintain correct stock records.
• Maintain effective communication channels with team members and suppliers to facilitate a smooth operation.
• Raise purchase orders for both stock items and collections.
• Always ensure good housekeeping of the Stores premises.
• Perform general administration duties within the stores and fleet environment.
• Organise and maintain a clean, safe, and accessible store area.
• Schedule vehicle MOT’s and services working towards minimizing operative downtime.
• Action vehicle daily defect reports and find solutions in the event of vehicle breakdowns to ensure business continuity.
• Collaborate with Manager/s and team to identify and address and stock related issues or requirements.
• Cover the Transport Coordinator in their absence.
• Assist in inventory management, conducting regular stock checks and reporting discrepancies.

To demonstrate our commitment to you, we have developed a sector leading total rewards package.

• £24,023 annual salary
• Full time, Permanent
• Group stakeholder pension plan (Eastlight will double, up to 5% of the employee’s contribution – Employee 5% + Eastlight 10% = Total 15%)
• Annual wellbeing grant of £200 per annum – Subject to eligibility
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Trailblazing family leave [Maternity, Paternity and Adoption – 12 weeks full pay / 6 weeks half pay] – Subject to eligibility.
• BUPA healthcare cash plan, life assurance
• Formal qualifications and paid professional membership.

At Eastlight we support, develop, and invest in our people, together creating a culture where people love to work.

We believe that purpose drives progress. We are a dynamic and purpose-led organisation committed to making a positive impact in the East of England. We strive to create meaningful connections with our customers and provide exceptional service that aligns with our values and mission.

Eastlight Community Homes currently own 12,500 homes across the East of England and have ambitious plans to build another 3,800 homes by 2025. This means there is a range of opportunities for you to excel and develop through a career at Eastlight.

To truly succeed with Eastlight, you need to be accountable, inclusive, and up for a challenge. We’re on a journey to make our communities better.

There has never been a better time to join us! Click the link below to submit your CV and personal statement.

Eastlight Community Homes is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse culture, which is why we encourage applications from everyone. If you require any support with the application process, please contact .

[Eastlight Community Homes are not currently licenced to provide visa sponsorship.

Application closing date: 28/02/2024

Interviews date: 07/03/2024

Eastlight Community Homes is a newly formed 12,000 home social housing provider, striving to meet the housing need of our communities in Essex and Suffolk.

We are proud to be the largest Community Gateway Association in the country. This ensures our residents can choose to become shareholders and help make key decisions about their homes, services and communities.

Eastlight House, Charter Way, Braintree, CM77 8FG
Telephone: 01376 535400
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