Warehouse Operative

Our Distribution team are now looking for a Warehouse Operative to support the smooth and efficient running of our state-of-the-art operations hub in Thatcham. This is a hands-on role at the heart of our Supply Chain, where you’ll help ensure stock flows seamlessly and our customers continue to experience the magic we’re known for.

About the Role

In this role you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day warehouse operation, completing a variety of tasks with precision and efficiency to ensure stock is received, handled and dispatched to the highest standards. You will work closely with your team and wider departments to maintain accuracy, safety and operational excellence across all activities.

Reporting into the Warehouse management team, you’ll play a key part in keeping operations moving, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining a clean, safe and organised environment.

Departments include:

• .com (Picking and Packing)
• Returns
• GM Processing
• Warehousing
• Site Services

Key responsibilities include:

• Receiving, checking and sorting incoming products.
• Picking, packing and relocating stock using manual and mechanical methods.
• Operating equipment such as pump trucks and powered pump trucks.
• Loading and unloading palletised goods from vehicles.
• Completing stock checks and maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Inspecting products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Supporting the timely and secure processing and dispatch of orders.
• Upholding high standards of housekeeping, health and safety.

Please note this is a physically active role involving regular lifting (up to 23kg) and considerable time spent on your feet. Due to working with or near material handling equipment, you must be aged 18 or over.

As part of the team at Thatcham, you will also benefit from a heavily subsidised canteen offering breakfast, lunch, dinner and all-day snacks, local recognition schemes with £25 prizes, exclusive giveaways, and staff trips to our iconic Knightsbridge store. In addition, Harrods offers a range of company-wide benefits including subsidised medical and dental cover, discounted gym membership, and more. 

About You

You will be a reliable and motivated team player who enjoys working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. You’ll take pride in delivering high standards and have a proactive approach to getting the job done efficiently and safely.

You will:

• Be comfortable working in a physical role with regular lifting and movement.
• Have strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in picking, packing and stock control.
• Demonstrate a positive, can-do attitude and willingness to support the wider team.
• Be able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Have a good understanding of health and safety in a warehouse environment.
• Ideally have previous warehouse or distribution experience (although not essential).
• Be open to learning and using warehouse equipment and systems.

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

Whilst our job adverts outline the ideal qualities, skills, and prior experience for the role, we believe in the potential for growth and value individual strengths. If you can demonstrate the majority of skills and strong experience to thrive in this role, we would encourage you to apply. 

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.

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