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Warehouse Person – Join the UK’s Number One Trade Kitchen Supplier
Join Howdens as a Warehouse Person and be a vital part of our depot success. Running an in-stock business means accuracy in the warehouse truly matters—so if you pride yourself on standards, this is the role for you.
Your role will include ensuring our trade customers receive the exact stock they need, on time, through meticulous organisation, safety compliance, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
What You’ll Get as Part of the Howdens Team
- Competitive salary + brilliant bonuses and depot-specific incentives
- Ongoing training and career development
- Excellent pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)
- 28–32 days annual leave (including bank holidays), with entitlement increasing with service
- Generous staff discount on Howdens products
- Buy-as-you-earn share scheme
- 40-hour working week with no evening, Sunday, or Bank Holiday shifts
- Virtual GP access and family wellbeing support
- A collaborative team culture where reliability, professionalism, and trust underpin everything
What We’re Looking For
- A valid forklift licence (desirable but not essential if willing to complete training)
- Strong understanding of stock control and health & safety protocols
- Someone who can work both independently and as part of a cohesive team
- Exceptional attention to detail—critical when monitoring accuracy of stock records and handling inventory
- Proficient numeracy, literacy, and time management skills
- A customer-focused mindset, backed by friendly, professional communication
- Organisational and planning abilities to keep operations running smoothly
- Reliability, hands-on approach, and pride in maintaining a safe, tidy, and efficient warehouse
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Key Responsibilities
- Unloading deliveries & meticulously checking stock integrity in line with health & safety standards
- Conducting daily checks on forklift trucks and warehouse equipment
- Securing stock and ensuring accurate prep for dispatch
- Regular stock audits, reports, and record-keeping
- Stock rotation to uphold warehouse organisation and efficiency
- Supporting trade customers with premium professionalism and helpfulness
- Assisting with deliveries, collections, and general warehouse optimisation
Why Working Here Matters
✔ Quality-first ethos—we get it right the first time for our customers ✔ Teamwork culture—everyone collaborates to achieve collective goals ✔ Fast-paced, goal-oriented environment—simple processes, quick execution ✔ Reward-sharing—employees contribute to and benefit from team bonuses ✔ Trust-first leadership—consistency and reliability shape our operations
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Ready to Build a Career in Warehousing?
We’d love to hear from you if you’re proud of your all-round contributions as a Warehouse Person. Together, we’ll ensure our supply chain runs smoothly at a national level.
About Howdens
Howdens Joinery is a FTSE 100 business with over 1,100 depots nationwide, home to 11,000+ staff and £2.3bn in annual sales. Despite our scale, local values and a spirit of entrepreneurship remain at the core of everything we do.
We’ve been named one of the 10 Best Big Companies to Work For, thanks to a focus on development, competitive rewards, and a collaborative ethos.
At Howdens Joinery, we champion the principle of "Worthwhile for ALL"—committed to fostering an inclusive, welcoming workplace where everyone thrives.
Workforce Commitment & Accessibility
If you require any adjustments to the application process, please contact recruitment@howdens.com with the role title and depot location. We’re here to support you.
Important Note
- Right-to-work requirement: Candidates must hold valid UK work authorisation. Temporary depot roles do not qualify for sponsorship at this time.
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