W J Aldiss Limited is one of East Anglia's leading independent retailers and has been established for over 130 years. We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service and we are looking for a full-time Warehouse Assistant/Driver to be part of our successful business.
Based at the Distribution Centre in Fakenham, you will initially be working as part of the warehouse team gaining knowledge of products and processes. The main duties will include:
• Assisting with movement of large items of stock around the warehouse and other company premises which will involve lifting, using a forklift or other aids;
• Assisting with loading and unloading goods from vehicles/vans;
• Assisting with stock administration paperwork including receipt of goods;
• General housekeeping duties in and around company premises.
Once you have gained the knowledge and skills that are essential to being able to deliver to our customers, you will be placed on a driver rota and will assist with deliveries. As part of a two-person team, the main duties for customer deliveries will include:
• Delivering furniture to customers premises in a safe and timely manner and adhering to driving/tachograph rules;
• Unloading furniture from vans and taking into customers homes in a safe and efficient manner and removing furniture from customers homes as necessary;
• Providing exceptional customer service with politeness and professionalism;
This role will include lifting, heavy lifting and manual tasks on a daily basis.
What we are looking for:
• A positive and motivated team player;
• Ability to complete administration paperwork in a timely and accurate manner;
• A full car driving licence is essential;
• A Class 1 and forklift licence would be advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided for the right candidate.
This is a Monday to Friday position working 40 hours per week between the hours of 8am and 5pm. Only very occasional Saturday working will be required. Bank Holiday working is not required.
We offer a competitive rate of pay of £13.08 per hour and attractive benefits including staff discount in our stores and cafes.
Benefits:
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Application deadline: 13/03/2026
W J Aldiss Limited is one of East Anglia's leading independent retailers and has been established for over 130 years. We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service and we are looking for a full-time Warehouse and Distribution Manager to be part of our successful business.
Based at the Distribution Centre in Fakenham, you will be responsible for ensuring the efficient management and control of the Warehouse Operation.
The main duties of the role are:
• Manage daily warehouse operations: goods in/out, storage, picking, packing, dispatch, customer collections and returns
• Address daily issues and maintain strong communication between warehouse teams, other departments/stores, suppliers and third-party service providers
• Prepare reports on warehouse performance, activities and statistics for management review
• Respond to and deal with customer and supplier communication by email and telephone
• Oversee the upkeep and maintenance of warehouse vehicles, machinery, tools and the facility itself
• Ensure that best practice warehouse principles and policies are being adhered to
• Maintain a clean and organised warehouse environment
• Recruit, motivate and manage warehouse staff
• Monitor stock levels, oversee counts, ensure accuracy and manage storage to prevent loss or damage
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and savings
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality and environmental standards
• All aspects of health & safety checks and record keeping
What we are looking for:
• Proven experience in warehouse management or a similar role
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with MS Office packages
• Strong understanding of health & safety compliance
The hours of work will be 40 per week over 5 days, Monday to Friday between the hours of 8.00am and 5.00pm and will include occasional Saturday working. Bank holiday working will not be required.
We offer a competitive salary and attractive company benefits together with the opportunity to be part of our friendly team.
Benefits:
• 33 days paid holiday
• Management bonus
• Company sick pay
• Private healthcare
• Employee discount
• Meal allowance
• Company pension
• Life Insurance
• On-site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
Closing date for applications: Friday 6th March 2026
