Farnell
Farnell, an Avnet company, is a global high-service distributor of technology products, services and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair.
Warehouse Coordinator
CPC | Darwen, Lancashire Permanent | Full Time
Join CPC and Help Drive Operational Excellence
CPC, part of the Farnell and Avnet family, is one of the UK's leading distributors of electronics, electrical products, tools and technology solutions. From our Darwen distribution centre, we support thousands of customers with fast, reliable service and exceptional product availability.
We're looking for a motivated and organised Warehouse Coordinator to join our operation and help ensure the smooth running of warehouse activities.
Working closely with First Line Managers and warehouse teams, you'll play a key role in delivering operational excellence, maintaining service levels and supporting a safe, productive working environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced warehouse professional who enjoys leading by example, coordinating workflows and driving continuous improvement.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Warehouse Coordinator, you'll be responsible for supporting the day-to-day coordination of warehouse activities, ensuring customer orders are processed efficiently, accurately and safely.
Key responsibilities include:
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Coordinating warehouse workflows to ensure operational priorities are achieved.
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Supporting and motivating warehouse colleagues to meet productivity, quality and accuracy targets.
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Monitoring departmental KPIs and helping drive continuous improvement initiatives.
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Organising and allocating work to ensure resources are used effectively.
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Supporting First Line Managers in delivering service, budget and performance objectives.
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Ensuring warehouse procedures, processes and best practices are followed consistently.
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Identifying and escalating operational or stock-related issues where necessary.
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Maintaining a safe working environment and promoting compliance with company policies and procedures.
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Supporting quality standards and ensuring packaging and dispatch requirements are met.
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Working flexibly across shift patterns, including early and late shifts and occasional Saturdays on a rota basis.
What We're Looking For
Essential
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Previous experience within a warehouse, logistics or distribution environment.
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Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Ability to motivate and influence colleagues positively.
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A proactive and flexible approach to problem-solving.
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Good working knowledge of warehouse management systems or similar operational systems.
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Commitment to quality, accuracy and customer service.
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Strong understanding of warehouse processes, procedures and compliance requirements.
Desirable
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Experience in a coordination, supervisory or team leadership capacity.
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Warehousing, logistics or quality-related qualifications.
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Experience working within a high-volume distribution operation.
Why Join CPC?
At CPC, you'll join a business that values teamwork, innovation and operational excellence. We invest in our people and provide opportunities to develop your skills and build your career within a global organisation.
You'll benefit from:
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Competitive salary
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Company pension scheme
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Employee discounts
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Career development opportunities
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Employee assistance programme
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A supportive and inclusive workplace culture
Ready to Apply?
If you're a driven warehouse professional looking to take the next step in your career and make a real impact in a fast-paced distribution environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the team that keeps CPC moving.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.
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