IKEA is seeking motivated and reliable Warehouse Assistants to join its Manchester team. This is a part-time opportunity offering 20, 24, or 30 hours per week, ideal for individuals looking to develop their career in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
The ideal candidate will have the ability to prioritise and organise tasks efficiently, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of warehouse operations. Experience in using technical equipment to enhance productivity and streamline processes is highly desirable.
Candidates should be proactive, able to work on their own initiative, and willing to contribute positively as part of a collaborative team. This role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience in warehouse management while working for a globally recognised brand known for its supportive and inclusive workplace.
Position: Warehouse Assistant
Salary: £23,000 per year
Job Type: Part Time
Location: Manchester
Full job description
“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.”
Location
Manchester
Department
Logistics & Supply Chain
Deadline
2025-11-13
Are you a detail-oriented individual with an interest in logistics? Join our efficient team as a Warehouse Operative, where you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our store. If you’re ready to take on a practical role in a lively warehouse, we want to hear from you!
WHAT WE OFFER
- The Start Date of employment will be: 5th December 2025
- This role offers an hourly rate of £12.60.
- Part Time: 20, 24 and 30 Hours working 4-5 days per week including evenings and 3 out of 4 weekends.
- Hours of operations for this area are from 6am to 9:30pm and we are looking for people with a variety of availability.
WORKING WITH US HAS ITS REWARDS
- Our co-workers bring unique ideas and skills to work every day and we offer a variety of benefits that suit their and their family’s everyday needs.
- 15% IKEA 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.
- …as well so much more!
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE
- Ability to prioritise and organise your workload swiftly and with attention to detail.
- Experience in utilising technical equipment to enhance productivity and efficiency.
- You are prepared to act on your own initiative and to participate in group efforts.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING DAY TO DAY
- Serving customers in the warehouse, balancing both warehouse and customer-facing responsibilities.
- Effectively perform the role in the assigned area of responsibility, which includes, manual handling of heavy stock, receiving and replenishing goods with accuracy, picking, packing checking and handing orders out to both customers and the delivery team.
- Working with or around heavy machinery, such as, Forklift trucks, counterbalance, pump trucks, to safely and efficiently transport heavy goods within the warehouse.
- Ensure all safety protocols and regulations are followed for a secure environment for both our customers and co-workers.
- You will be required to manually handle all of our products ranging from LACK Coffee Tables to PAX Wardrobes.
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 as valued members of the team.
Come see the wonderful workday where we create a better everyday life for the many.
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 and a cover letter 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 Recruiter euan.mcgregor@ingka.ikea.com who will be ready to help!
We’re the team behind the scenes that make the IKEA products available to the many people. As a diverse mix of co-workers we use our supply process expertise to balance range and space capacity with forecasting and ordering to provide customers with high availability while minimizing costs. If you’ve wonder who’s responsible for finding effective and efficient ways of picking up the products for our customers, that’s us. We’re passionate about working together to improve the customer experience at IKEA!
Application Process
Qualified and interested in this role? APPLY TODAY!
Application Deadline
November 13th, 2025