Job Description

It's more than a job
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Get your orders in!

Be the go-to expert for sourcing and procuring the everyday essentials that keep our business unit running like clockwork -- from workwear and PPE to packaging and stationery. You'll manage inventory, liaise with suppliers, and make sure nothing slows us down.


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In this fast-paced, site-based role, you'll be responsible for sourcing, managing, and tracking a wide range of essential items that keep our operations running smoothly. From Kuehne+Nagel Corporate Wear and Workwear to PPE, packaging consumables, and stationery -- you'll ensure everything is where it needs to be, when it's needed. You'll work closely with suppliers, maintain accurate inventory records, and support teams across the business. Join a high-performing team that takes pride in going the extra mile.


Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm -- giving you a great work-life balance.

How you create impact

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Continually review inventory stockholdings, raising purchase requests as required to replenish/order products Ensure sufficient stocks of fast-moving products are held to support the operational areas in the most cost-effective manner. Administer the Stock Inventory held on the Interim Stock Management Excel Database, Interim Consumables Stock Management Database, and Interim Stationery Stock Management Database. Process Goods In on the respective databases for goods received from suppliers within agreed time frames Facilitate Purchase Orders ensuring that overdue orders are hastened with suppliers. Review inventory to identify slow-moving, overstocked, or obsolescent items - notify the Procurement Manager so that appropriate action can be taken. Maintain relationships with suppliers, chasing any overdue orders and manage any discrepancies in consignments.

What we would like you to bring

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Understanding of logisitcs and warehouse practises e.g., picking, loading, receiving, stocktaking would be advantagous Word, Excel and Outlook knowledge would be benefical High level of attention to detail coupled with the ability to work to deadlines Build relationships with internal colleagues and external suppliers Be part of a team whilst working independanlty

Please be aware that by applying for this role, you are agreeing to participate in the employment screening process. This process will include criminal record checking and identity validation. This means that KN will ask successful applicants to provide certain information and documentation to enable these checks to be conducted.

Any appointment will then be strictly conditional upon, and subject to, the receipt of satisfactory results of these checks

What's in it for you

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If you would like to become a valued member of our team, we will ensure you are rewarded for your commitment and expertise. You will receive 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to earn additional days through service. You can join the contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension plan and benefit from our Route 2 Rewards scheme, which offers discounts, benefit information, recognition, and access to a wellbeing centre.

We care for our colleagues and their immediate families through our employee assistance programme, which provides 24/7 access to GPs, legal and financial advice, and mental health counselling. All of this is designed to help you live a happier and healthier life.

As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation.

Who we are

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Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.


As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.


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