Warehouse Administrator - Nights

Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Job Description:

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Stock Warehouse Administrator for the Night Shift to oversee inventory management and warehouse operations during overnight hours. This role is essential in ensuring the accuracy, safety, and efficiency of stock handling processes within our distribution centre. The ideal candidate will possess strong logistical knowledge, data analysis skills, and experience with warehouse management systems to support seamless supply chain operations. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to process improvements and optimize inventory flow in a dynamic retail or logistics environment.

Duties

• Manage nightly stock receiving, stocking, and shipping activities to ensure timely and accurate processing of goods.
• Utilize warehouse management systems such as ERP platforms (e.g., AS400, SAP) and data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau to monitor inventory levels and identify discrepancies.
• Conduct root cause analysis for stock discrepancies or process inefficiencies, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Coordinate with third-party logistics providers (3PL) and internal teams to streamline shipping and receiving operations.
• Perform data mining and analysis to optimize category management, merchandising strategies, and materials handling procedures.
• Operate forklifts and other heavy lifting equipment safely for materials movement within the warehouse.
• Maintain detailed records of inventory transactions, stock movements, and warehouse activities using ERP systems.
• Engage in continuous process improvement initiatives focusing on logistics efficiency, safety protocols, and warehouse layout optimization.
• Support inventory audits by verifying stock accuracy through data analysis skills and reconciliation processes.
• Collaborate with supply chain teams to forecast demand, manage stock replenishment, and reduce excess inventory.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in warehouse management, logistics, or supply chain roles with a focus on inventory control.
• Strong data analysis skills with proficiency in SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or similar visualization tools.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems such as AS400 or ERP platforms like SAP or Oracle.
• Demonstrated ability in negotiation, process improvement, and root cause analysis.
• Experience operating forklifts and handling heavy materials safely.
• Knowledge of shipping & receiving procedures, materials handling equipment, and retail merchandising principles.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities during night shifts.
• Effective communication skills suitable for collaborating across departments and external partners.

This position is integral to maintaining efficient warehouse operations during the night shift. We welcome candidates who are committed to safety standards, operational excellence, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced environment.

Start People are the agency on this assignment