Retail and Trading New Goods Distribution Volunteer

Main tasks

Sort, pack and prepare New Goods for transportation to our shops across Bucks and Herts.

This includes:

·        allocate the items to our shops and offices

·        pack products ready for delivery to our retail shops

·        stock take and stock counting to ensure that the stock levels reconcile

·        replenish stock using picking sheets from our product management system

·        maintain dispatching records

·        housekeep the New Goods area in the distribution centre

What are we looking for?

·        someone who is happy to follow a well-defined process, who has good attention to detail

·        someone who is organised and methodical and will enjoy being part of our busy retail and trading hub

 Training and support

·        there will be a named line manager who will provide ongoing support

·        there will be some mandatory training that you will need to complete at the start of your volunteering with us and then periodically afterwards as refresher training

·        your line manager will organise training specific to your role

What you need to know

·        you will complete a volunteer application form and we will need to see a form of ID before you get started

·        we welcome everyone and will make reasonable adjustments should they be needed

·        we will pay reasonable expenses incurred, should you wish to claim them

·        we rely on the commitment of our volunteers to support our services, however we understand that you may sometimes need to take a break from your volunteering. When you are ready to return, your line manager will meet with you to talk about the role and make sure it is still right for you, and may ask you to complete some refresher training.