ABOUT MARSTON EVENTS

Marston Events was founded in 2005 and has grown into a prestigious and expanding company specialising in graduation ceremony services. We work in partnership at ceremonies with universities, colleges, schools, and professional bodies across the UK and internationally. Our core services include expert event management, the design and supply of high-quality gowns, professional graduation portraits by qualified and experienced photographers, event video services, and venue ticketing services.
Marston Events is dedicated to celebrating the power of aspiration, recognising that gowns and mortarboards symbolise hard work, dedication, and the potential for future success. Our expert and personalised customer service is based on trust and integrity, which we see as our greatest strength. Marston Events goes the extra mile to support the graduands and Universities that we serve with professionalism at all times.
Spread over three sites across the UK - Andover, Salfords (Surrey), and Belfast, Marston offers a wide variety of job roles throughout the company and takes pride in its richly diverse workforce of specialists. We deliver our services not only in this country but internationally and have ambitious plans to grow and develop outside the UK. We care deeply about our staff and everyone that works alongside us. Our most recent staff survey highlighted ‘team sprit’, ‘respect’ and ‘inclusivity’ as some of the key factors that makes our team unique. “It is a very friendly and supportive culture where everyone feels safe to communicate and innovate”
Find out more about our company benefits at the end of the job pack.

HOW TO APPLY

· Please send a CV that demonstrates you have the skills and experience to carry out the responsibilities listed in the job description.
· Please also send a covering letter that provides examples from your experience on how you meet each of the essential and desirable competencies listed in the person specification section of the job description.
· Please send applications and any queries to Ruth.Hunt@Marstonevents.com
· Deadline for applications: Tuesday 16th August 2025
· Informal interviews and warehouse tours will take place week commencing 1st September at our Andover site.

Job Description

• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly manual stock counts and reconcile physical counts against manual records.
• Accurately record all stock movements (incoming deliveries, internal transfers, returns, and dispatches) using paper-based systems or basic spreadsheets.
• Monitor and maintain stock accuracy to prevent discrepancies that affect order fulfilment.
• Assist in goods-in processes, including checking quantities, quality, and labelling of incoming clothing items.
• Organize stock within the warehouse to maintain clear visibility and easy access for picking teams.
• Investigate stock variances and report findings to the Warehouse Manager.
• Support manual picking, packing, and restocking activities as required.
• Ensure correct segregation of damaged or defective items and maintain manual records of write-offs.
• Follow all warehouse safety and manual handling procedures.
• Participate in periodic full physical inventory counts (stock takes)

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when counting and recording stock.
• Ability to work in a manual, paper-based environment without relying on advanced warehouse management systems.
• Good organizational skills to manage multiple stock areas.
• Basic numerical and literacy skills for tally sheets and reconciliation logs.
• Ability to handle repetitive tasks while maintaining high accuracy.
• Physical fitness to perform manual handling tasks, including lifting, moving, and counting stock.
• Team player with strong communication skills

Qualifications & Experience:

• Previous warehouse experience preferred, ideally in clothing or textiles.
• Familiarity with manual stock control and counting processes.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel (optional, if some records are kept digitally)

To ensure accurate control, counting, and recording of all stock items within a clothing warehouse that operates primarily with manual processes. The role focuses on maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting warehouse operations, and ensuring stock integrity to meet production and dispatch demands.

Job Description

• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly manual stock counts and reconcile physical counts against manual records.
• Accurately record all stock movements (incoming deliveries, internal transfers, returns, and dispatches) using paper-based systems or basic spreadsheets.
• Monitor and maintain stock accuracy to prevent discrepancies that affect order fulfilment.
• Assist in goods-in processes, including checking quantities, quality, and labelling of incoming clothing items.
• Organize stock within the warehouse to maintain clear visibility and easy access for picking teams.
• Investigate stock variances and report findings to the Warehouse Manager.
• Support manual picking, packing, and restocking activities as required.
• Ensure correct segregation of damaged or defective items and maintain manual records of write-offs.
• Follow all warehouse safety and manual handling procedures.
• Participate in periodic full physical inventory counts (stock takes).

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when counting and recording stock.
• Ability to work in a manual, paper-based environment without relying on advanced warehouse management systems.
• Good organizational skills to manage multiple stock areas.
• Basic numerical and literacy skills for tally sheets and reconciliation logs.
• Ability to handle repetitive tasks while maintaining high accuracy.
• Physical fitness to perform manual handling tasks, including lifting, moving, and counting stock.
• Team player with strong communication skills.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Previous warehouse experience preferred, ideally in clothing or textiles.
• Familiarity with manual stock control and counting processes.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel (optional, if some records are kept digitally).

Physical & Working Conditions:

• Manual handling of boxes and clothing items daily.
• Standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the shift.
• Areas of the environment are non-climate-controlled.
• Overtime during peak inventory or seasonal periods