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Productie & Supply Chain Management

Warehouse Operative

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  • Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom
  • Logistiek & Supply Chain
  • Parttime

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  • Job ID: 325067

  • Publicatiedatum: 07/01/2026



    • IKEA Southampton are looking to welcome Warehouse Operatives to join our hardworking Fulfilment Operations team. Theses contracts are 16 or 20 hours a week.

    We have opportunities in Order Picking (moving through the store collecting and completing customer orders), Service Execution (cross-checking and handing out customer orders) and the Self-Serve Warehouse (supporting in the area where our customers pick their own items).

    If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working in an efficient way, and love sharing smart practices with your team, this could be the perfect fit. Join us in creating a better everyday life for the many—and help make every order count.

    WHAT WE OFFER
    • Hourly rate of £13.45 per hour.
    • Planned induction dates are 08 and 15 February 2026. It is important you are able to attend on one of these dates.
    • Availability to work at least two days between Monday to Friday (up until 22:00pm), as well as 3 in 4 weekends, is essential.
    • We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

    WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS

    Our co-workers bring unique ideas and talent to work every day and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family's everyday needs.

    • 15% IKEA discount & discount portal helping you save £100’s on High Street retailers.
    • Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions & interest free loans.
    • Given Day - Additional days’ paid leave to take at any point during the year, when it's important for you.
    • Free healthy meal option, salad bar, fruit, and hot/cold drinks​.

    ...as well so much more!

    Click below for a full list of our benefits:
    https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/this-is-ikea/work-with-us/why-work-with-us-because-a-job-with-us-is-so-much-more-than-a-job-pub1969c310

    WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE

    • You are comfortable using computers and handheld devices to support with the checking of stock and to answer customer questions.
    • You proactively look for tasks to be done and use your initiative to complete them in an efficient and effective manner.
    • You have an adaptable mindset allowing you to switch between different tasks/areas and work within tight time frames.
    • You work with guidance from your manager to achieve set goals in agreed timeframes using standard ways of working.
    • You enjoy working efficiently in a fast-paced role that involves safe manual handling.

    WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

    As an Order Picker and in Service Execution, you will be picking and preparing large volumes of orders for both online and in-store collection or delivery, including handing them to the customer. Your daily duties will be safely handling stock, picking, checking order accuracy, and preparing orders for delivery. You will also be required to meet the customer in the store during picking.

    In Self-Serve, you will be customer-focused, working with our systems to support customers find and purchase their products safely. This means using the pump truck and moving products around at times, safe manual handling and ensuring the warehouse is presentable, safe and stocked accurately.

    In both roles, you will work with our internal systems, software and technology to ensure that customers have accurate and full stock availability at all times. You will contribute to optimized daily fulfilment operations by working in a lean, simple, and cost-conscious way, applying, and sharing good examples.

    You will be committed to all IKEA health, safety and security rules and requirements within your area and actively help colleagues to prevent any incidents involving co-workers, customers, equipment, building and IKEA products.

    WE CARE FOR THE PEOPLE

    It takes the diversity of thought, background, and culture to make great ideas a reality. We welcome candidates from all walks of life to join us, where we feel valued for our uniqueness and recognised for our diverse talents.

    RECRUITMENT PROCESS INFORMATION

    Let us know if you require any adjustments to be made during the interview process as soon as possible.

    • Please attach an updated CV with your application so we can get to know you better.
    • Shortlisted candidates will be invited by email to attend a face to face interview.

    We understand not everyone will be successful, but we promise to keep you informed either way.

    For any advice or support, email me at ari.davies-ho4@ingka.ikea.com and I will be happy to help!












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