Studio Warehouse Operative at Next Plc

Eggington, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jun, 26

Salary

25990.0

Posted On

20 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Scanning, Picking, Locating Samples, Coordination, Material Handling Equipment (MHE) Operation, Goods In/Out Management, Returns Management, Data Input, Heavy Lifting, Planning, Prioritization, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Health and Safety Compliance, Driving

Industry

Description

As a Studio Warehouse Operative, you will be at the heart of our creative process, ensuring our NEXT HOME collections are handled with care to and from the camera lens. You will take ownership of scanning, picking, and locating samples with precision, while also coordinating the transport of items between our Leicester Head Office, photography locations, and our various studio sites. This is a hands-on role where you will work across our Goods In/Out and returns areas, using Material Handling Equipment (MHE) to keep our workflow moving. We are looking for a proactive colleague who communicates with purpose and respect, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is ready to play a key part in a team where standing still is never an option. What You'll Take On As a Studio Warehouse Operative, you will be the custodian of our Home samples, ensuring every item is handled with care and precision. * Scanning and registering products into the system using the studio database ensures everything is ready for storage or location. * Transporting samples between our 4 studio sites and location houses on an ad-hoc basis. * Using MHE to locate and transport studio samples * Taking ownership of products throughout the shoot process includes securely wrapping heavy furniture for press events and trade meetings. * Managing the loading and unloading of vehicles and producing accurate delivery notes. * Actively managing the safety of yourself and your colleagues involves reporting hazards and following all health and safety guidelines. * Assisting with ad-hoc tasks set by the Senior Studio Production Coordinator helps keep the whole team moving. What You'll Bring: We are looking for a knowledgeable colleague who communicates with purpose and is ready to work at pace. * Essential warehouse experience and a full UK driving licence are required, with experience driving a van as an advantage. * Holding a Reach or Counterbalance licence is desirable, though a willingness to train for them is also welcomed. * Comfort with heavy lifting is necessary as the role involves moving samples such as sofas and beds. * Strong data input skills on Mac or PC help maintain a high level of accuracy in your work. * The ability to plan and prioritise your own workload ensures all deadlines are met. * A flexible attitude towards change allows you to work across different warehouse disciplines or studio sites when required. * Professionalism and strong interpersonal skills are vital for collaborating effectively with peers and senior management. You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global! * 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT) * Company performance based bonus * Sharesave scheme * On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas * 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty * Early VIP access to sale stock * Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops * Restaurants with great food at amazing prices * Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services * Free on-site parking * Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing * Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification * Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store * Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other * Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email headoffice_careers@next.co.uk (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.

Responsibilities

The operative will ensure NEXT HOME collections samples are handled with care, taking ownership of scanning, picking, and locating items within the studio database. Responsibilities also include coordinating transport between office and studio sites, managing loading/unloading, and securely wrapping furniture for events.