Allocator

Company DescriptionGreat Bear (Part of the Culina Group) provides distribution services to FMCG clients. Customer-centric service is delivered through a site-level empowered culture.At Culina, we have a winning culture. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive… A place where you\’re valued, challenged, and inspired! Job DescriptionWe are currently recruiting for an Allocator to join our team at our Milton Keynes site, where you will be responsible for monitoring all stock movements within the warehouse.As an Allocator, you will also set up and run orders in line with the shift plan to meet scheduled dispatch times. You should work closely with the warehouse First Line Managers to effectively manage resources and ensure that the flow of work is continuous to maximise efficiency.Salary: £24,744 per annum.Working hours: Sunday-Thursday, 10pm-6am.Responsibilities of an Allocator include:Controlling equipment allocation within specified areas.Pre-allocating loads and ensuring advanced pick position is maintained in line with shift plan.Monitoring and updating shift plans to deliver regular progress updates.Managing staff movement across work areas to maintain correct flow of activities.Running orders in line with instructions and scheduled dispatch times.Selecting appropriate loading and unloading bays based on current operational requirements.Updating electronic schedule and auto-store systems to accurately represent site activities.Carrying out stock shortage investigations on picks and monitoring replenishments.Compiling and sending reports as required. QualificationsProven experience in a similar role within a fast-paced warehouse/3PL environment.Strong communication skills for effective internal and external communication.IT literacy with knowledge of MS Office and various WMS databases.Effective organisational skills with the ability to work independently. Additional InformationWe are committed to making Great Bear a great place to work. We are proud to be an inclusive and diverse organisation, dedicated to employee development and recognizing success.Our learning and development programmes are open to all employees, offering opportunities to shape your future within logistics and foster a thriving team culture.Our benefits include:Annual Leave: 28 days including bank holidays.Pension scheme: 5% employee contribution and 3% employer contribution.Life Assurance: x 2 your annual salary.Wellness: Confidential counselling and legal services via our Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7.Eye Care Vouchers: Savings on eye tests and glasses.Reward & Recognition: Employee of the Month/Year, recognition awards, and long service awards.Everyday discounts: Access to discounts at over 50 retailers through our benefit platform.If you meet the requirements and are seeking your next career opportunity, please apply now and become part of our #WinningTeam! #J-18808-Ljbffr