Ellen Field
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Resourcing Partner
Our Distribution team are now looking for a Dispatch Operative to support the Dispatch department in our Knightsbridge store.
As a Harrods’ Dispatch Operative, you'll play a vital part in our Knightsbridge Dispatch team. Your responsibility is to ensure the prompt delivery of customer orders and to proactively address and solve, any inquiries or concerns that may arise during these deliveries.
Please note this position works shifts between the hours of 7am-9pm (subject to change in peak periods) 5 out of 7 days of the week with regular weekend work.About the Role
Our Dispatch Operatives play an integral role in the delivery of day-to-day operations for our dispatch department, where we thrive together in bringing moments of magic to our customers and our team.
In this role you will be responsible for:
- Checking items are in perfect conditions prior to packing.
- Packing items securely for shipping, adhering to Harrods' presentation standards.
- Checking customs rules for order destinations.
- Generating export shipping documentation.
- Checking consistency between customer details on the shipping label and the receipt.
- Organising incoming workload by prioritising and categorising orders based on their importance and destination.
- Maintaining a composed and professional demeanour when engaging with shop floor staff.
- Manual handling – moving packages around the Distribution Centre
- Maintaining an organised and tidy workstation.
About You
You will have a keen eye for detail as you will be dedicated to meticulously checking the finer aspects of luxury orders and products on a daily basis. You will have a strong work ethic and the ability to problem solve and think your feet. You will be proactive and thrive on getting the job done to a high Harrods standard. You will also possess excellent time keeping and flexibility to help seamlessly support the team across various function to ensure our end goal is completed.
You will also have:
- Good PC literacy skills.
- Flexibility and readiness to work flexible hours/days and demonstrate the ability to adapt to the changing demands of the role.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to develop and maintain trusted relationships at all levels in and outside of the business.
About Us
Harrods is one of the world’s leading luxury department stores and we’re becoming a destination for top designers, and the most sought-after brands from around the globe. Our combined mission is to make visiting our iconic Knightsbridge store one of the world’s most inspiring shopping experiences.
Our Promise to You
Help us make the impossible possible for our customers and we’ll do something remarkable for you. As well as offering a friendly environment to inspire your best work, we provide abundant opportunities and support to build an exceptional career across the varied specialisms of our business.
Uniquely You
At Harrods we believe the personality and authenticity of our people sets us apart. We celebrate and invite applications from all cultures, backgrounds, tastes, and experiences and are proud of our culture where people from all walks of life can grow and thrive. What makes you unique makes us exceptional.
If you want to know more about our people and our culture, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, Facebook or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods
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At Harrods, our mission is to make Anything Possible. The spirit of Anything is Possible and the equity of the Harrods brand is not purely released through how we advertise and market to our customers.
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