Christmas Online Fulfilment Assistant

We are now recruiting Online Fulfillment Assistants for our Laois, Portlaoise, Town Centre store.We are looking for candidates to start with us from November onwards. We have a variety of shifts available, which may include weekends.Available shift patterns:5 out of 7 days fully flexible.The exact shift patterns will be discussed at interview.Please note that due to the anticipated volume of applications expected for this vacancy, we will close the advert when we have met our requirements.

Please note - this role is located in IRELAND

The festive season at Boots is one of our most exciting and important times of the year, and it simply couldn't happen without the energy and dedication of our operations team. As an Online Fulfilment Assistant, you'll be at the heart of the action, picking and packing orders to ensure every customer receives the high-end festive experience they love and deserve - helping create moments that lead to a happily ever after.This role is a great opportunity whether you're just starting out in your career or have retail or warehouse experience and want a fresh challenge. If you enjoy meeting personal goals and being part of a supportive team, this is the position for you.Whilst this is a temporary contract, there may be the potential for a permanent role later depending on the opportunities in your local area, so it could be the start of a new career with us.

About the role

You will work in a Boots store and report to the Assistant or Store Manager, and your responsibilities will include:

• Picking and Packing: You will pick and pack online orders using handheld devices.
• Delivery Assistance: You will assist with incoming deliveries, unloading and sorting stock.
• Stock Management: You will manage the shelves to ensure they are well-stocked, and everything is in the right place.
• Working to Targets: You will work to stretching daily targets, contributing to your overall team goal.
• Customer Interaction: Whilst this is a behind-the-scenes role, you'll occasionally interact with customers on the shop floor, answering questions or jumping on the tills when required.

What you'll need to have

Full training is provided for this role, but these are the essential skills or experience needed to succeed:

• Speed & Accuracy: You need to enjoy following process, working quickly whilst staying precise.
• Target-Driven: You need to be self-motivated and focused to achieve your individual targets.
• Team Player: A collaborative, one-team mindset is key to helping each other meet your overall store goals and have fun along the way.
• Physical Stamina: You'll be on your feet, standing, walking and lifting. If you're ready to stay busy and active, this is the role for you!
• Tech-Savvy: You need to be comfortable learning about and using new technology, including handheld mobile devices.
• Customer Service Skills: While your main focus will be in the stock room, a friendly attitude and willingness to help customers is a must!

It would be great if you also have

These are desirable skills or experience and are not essential, so we would welcome applications from candidates that don't match these additional criteria:

• Experience in a retail or warehouse environment
• Experience using hand-held scanners or inventory systems
• Familiar with the products Boots sells so you can quickly identify them to pack online  orders.