Warehouse Assistants

"You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.

A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself."

Locations

+ Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Employment Types

+ Permanent

Department

Logistics & Supply Chain

Full/Part Times

+ Full Time

+ Part Time

Candidate profile (text) - Default language IKEA Edinburgh are looking to welcome multiskilled Warehouse Assistants to join our collaborative fulfilment team.

Enjoy variety? As a multiskilled Warehouse Assistant you’ll work across our fulfilment function, picking products from wardrobes to candles, preparing orders ready to be collected by customers or sent out for delivery. You’ll be comfortable using digital tools as part of your day-to-day and ready to support the team wherever needed. No two days are the same and that is part of the fun.

The interview for this role will take place on the 12th November.

WHAT WE OFFER

Start Date of employment will be: 5th December 2026

Hourly rate of £13.45 per hour.

Various contract sizes are available between 16-39 hours, you will be asked your preference during application. All contracts require evening and weekend availability.

We can discuss flexibility to match your life and our business needs during the interview.

Before applying please consider the location of the IKEA Edinburgh Store and your method of transport to and from, hours of operations for this role are between 7am - 9:15pm.

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 on IKEA products, and access to a Discount Portal to help you save hundreds on High Street retailers.
• End of year gift, generous annual leave entitlement for you to enjoy holidays, and family friendly policies.
• Life Assurance of 4 times your pay, enhanced statutory pension contributions and interest free loans.
• ...as well as 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 are able to work independently and as part of a large team, seperated across two sites
• 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.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY

• You will be picking and preparing large volumes of orders for both online & in store collection or delivery with various cut off times to be adhered to, including handing them to the customer.
• Your daily duties will be receiving stock, picking, checking order accuracy, and preparing orders for delivery.
• You will also be required to meet the customer in the store during picking.
• You will work alongside our external delivery company for a smooth flow of customer orders and returns
• You will work with our internal systems to ensure that customers have accurate and full stock availability at all times.
• Ensure products are always available by accurately and promptly completing tasks in your assigned area of the warehouse.
• Maintain warehouse standards, condense cardboard, remove plastics and order stock for the next day
• Commit 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.
• Contribute to optimised daily fulfilment operations by working in a lean, simple, and cost-conscious way, applying, and sharing good examples.
• Manual handling using safety protocols and working with the use of pump trucks.
• You will be responsible for accurate return processes, ensuring all customer returns are dealt with quickly to ensure customers receive their refund in a timely manner.

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, including those with disabilities, to join us, and feel valued in the workplace.

Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many people.

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.

We are unable to handle applications made via email and encourage you to apply online as soon as possible.

For any advice or support, email Recruiter [email protected] who will be ready to help!

### Why you will love us

From the deep forests in Sweden, we have spread our culture and values around the world. At the heart of our offer are our beautiful home-furnishing products and solutions, made with care for our planet, reaching millions of customers.

At the heart of our business, are our wonderful co-workers representing diversity in all dimensions and passionate for life at home. We all contribute with our uniqueness and we want to grow and develop together.

Our vision, “to create a better everyday life for the many people” inspires and guides us in everything we do. This is IKEA.

### What we all have in common

Living our values

Being your unique self, while respecting and including others

A passion for home furnishing

Performing & delivering while learning & developing

* Having fun!