Flint Vineyard Logistics Assistant
Position Overview
We're recruiting for the part time role of Logistics Assistant here at the vineyard.
This role focuses on the efficient packing and dispatch of all trade and online customer orders, ensuring accuracy and excellence in customer service.
You'll also play a big role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across site logistics, stock control, and order fulfilment at Flint Vineyard.
An interest in wine and a professional attitude towards customer service are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Order Fulfilment: Trade and Online Orders
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Pick, pack, and dispatch trade and online customer orders efficiently and accurately.
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Coordinate wholesale collections to meet trade customer requirements
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Ensure dispatch tracking and delivery confirmations are updated and communicated effectively.
Site Logistics and Inventory Management
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Maintain accurate inventory records, conducting regular stock checks and audits.
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Monitor stock levels of packaging materials (bottles, boxes, etc.), ensuring sufficient availability for production and dispatch.
Purchase Order Management
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Manage incoming purchase orders from trade customers.
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Liaise with internal teams to confirm availability and delivery schedules.
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Ensure accurate records are maintained for purchase order fulfilment and invoicing.
Operational Support
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Maintain a well-organised warehouse and logistics area.
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Operate warehouse equipment safely and effectively (forklift operation preferred).
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Collaborate with the wider team to prepare stock for events, tastings, and tours as required.
Candidate Profile
Essential Skills and Experience:
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Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
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Experience handling customer orders and invoicing processes.
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Ability to work efficiently while maintaining accuracy.
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A customer-centric approach with professional communication skills.
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This role involves significant manual handling, including lifting and carrying boxes (up to 20kg), moving pallets with a pallet truck, and general physical tasks. Candidates must be physically capable of performing these duties.
Desirable Qualifications:
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Forklift licence or willingness to undertake forklift training.
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Previous experience in logistics, warehousing, or stock management.
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Prior experience in a wine or beverage industry environment.
Personal Attributes:
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Proactive, organised, and diligent.
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Team player with a collaborative mindset.
Benefits
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Opportunity to work within a dynamic, growing vineyard team.
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Engage with the wine industry and expand wine knowledge.
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Training opportunities to support skill development (e.g., forklift operation).
Location:
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Flint Vineyard, Middle Road, Earsham, Bungay, NR35 2AH.
Employment Type:
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Part Time, averaging 16 hours per week.
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Spread across peak trading days, minimum 3 days per week.
Salary:
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£12.50 per hour.
How to Apply:
To apply for this role, please email Dan with a covering letter and CV.
Applications are open until the 26th Jan 2025.
Interviews will be on the 3rd or 4th of Feb 2025
Contact: dan@flintvineyard.com
