Harrods

Warehouse Operative

Harrods  •  Thatcham, GB (Onsite)  •  5 months ago
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Job Description

Warehouse Operative

Our Distribution team is now looking for a dedicated Warehouse Operative to join the .com team. As part of the wider Supply Chain function, this role is crucial in maintaining the flow of stock and ensuring our customers continue to experience the magic of Harrods.

About the Role

Our .com packing team are expanding our permanent headcount. In this role, you will be responsible for completing a variety of warehouse tasks and will play a hands-on part in supporting daily operations, ensuring high standards of quality, safety and service are consistently upheld.

You will also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying operational efficiencies and supporting positive change within the warehouse environment.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Supporting the team in processing, packaging, and shipping orders securely and on time.
  • Maintaining a clean and organised workspace, upholding Health & Safety and Housekeeping standards.
  • Managing and retrieving stock to maintain continuous operational flow.
  • Escalating stock or data integrity issues in line with agreed processes.
  • Supporting the fulfilment of work orders, from receipt to dispatch.
  • Prioritising tasks to maximise productivity and meet team goals.


You will be working 5 days over 7 on a rota.

Please note this is an active, physically demanding role which involves regular lifting of products up to 25kg and walking long distances throughout the warehouse. Due to working with or near material handling equipment, applicants 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 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 bring a strong work ethic and exceptional attention to detail, essential for handling high-value luxury goods with care. You will be dependable, adaptable, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

You will also have:

  • A proactive mindset and a willingness to learn new skills
  • Confidence in performing manual handling tasks safely
  • Excellent timekeeping and a flexible approach to support your team
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively

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.

If you want to know more about life at Harrods, search #TogetherHarrods on LinkedIn, or follow us on Instagram @togetherharrods. 

Additional Information:

Time Type:

Permanent

Department:

TVDC Distribution Management (Luke Morley)

Harrods

About Harrods

As many lives, generations, cultures and stories pass through our doors, our mission remains unchanged: to serve the needs and aspirations of our customers, to create new stories and bring moments of delight. Whomever they are and wherever they come from, our customers can always expect to be treated with grace, courtesy, and care. #TogetherHarrods

Open since 1834 by Charles Henry Harrod and now owned by Qatar Holding Authority, we are truly unique - a house of maisons, a modern atelier, a workshop of wonders, a convener, patron and celebrator of the world’s finest. Known around the world as one of the great luxury emporiums, we offer a transformative experience to customers who know that true value of exceptional goods and services lies beyond price. We are committed to excellence and artistry, inspired to reinvent and surprise, ensuring our position as a leader in the category.

Our people are our strength - their unique personalities and their desire to exceed expectations are what enables us to make the impossible possible for our customers.

Our customers are at the heart of our success. They’re the reason we exist, and we never forget it. And we’re always looking for new exceptional people who want to connect to them, to delight them and to become part of our story.

Industry
Retail & Ecommerce
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
London, GB
Year Founded
1849
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