Order Entry

**Order Entry**

Based at our state-of-the-art head office and distribution centre on the outskirts of Preston, James Hall & Co. Ltd. have been established for over 150 years proudly serving communities across the north of England as supplier and distributor to over 600 SPAR stores.

We are proud to be one of the biggest employers in Lancashire with over 3000 colleagues who represent our core values of passion, enterprise and family every single day.

**About the Role**

Our Retail Stock Replenishment team provide a first-class replenishment service to ensure continuous product availability in our company owned SPAR stores.

**25 hours over 5 days (includes Sunday & bank holidays) 6.30am to 11.30am -**
**6 month Temporary Contract**

**What will I be doing?**

You will use bespoke stock replenishment software to fulfil order requirements and maintain accurate stock and data records. You will be required to liaise with store management teams to ensure any stock issues are resolved quickly to maintain maximum stock availability.
- Effectively use the stock replenishment software to accurately calculate orders for SPAR retail stores.
- Accurately maintain stock and data records through information provided via the software and effective communication with store staff.
- To deal with internal and external queries that may arise relating to providing stock to stores. Follow up queries with other departments, particularly Trading and IT, in terms of stock and system issues that may arise.
- Maintain awareness and effective implementation of instructions issued regarding promotional changeover, range changes and allocations.

**A Few Things About You**

Experience is not required as full training will be provided. If you are self-motivated, organised and reliable then this could be the job for you
- A positive attitude and to take responsibility for issues arising, looking for options and solutions to overcome obstacles
- Ability to work within a team environment
- Be self-motivated, showing a personal drive for overall team success
- A flexible approach to working hours and be reliable
- Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally with customers and colleagues
- Demonstrate excellent time management

James Hall & Co. Ltd. have one simple vison: to still be in business in another 150 years

To make this vision possible we need the best talents to join us on our journey. We are a family company and we believe that if we look after our people, they will look after us.

Here are some of the benefits that you can take advantage of as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd.

**Company Doctor** - We care about the health and wellbeing of our people. That is why you will have access to our company doctor with the ability to book appointments directly.

**Free On-site Parking** - You don’t have to worry about paying for parking or getting from your car to the office as our site boasts a secure car park with over 1000 spaces.

**Subsidised Canteen** - We know how hard our people work so when hunger strikes, we have an excellent on-site canteen that offers a wide range of freshly cooked meals, salads, sandwiches and confectionary plus free tea and coffee

**Holidays** - Everyone needs a break so as an employee of James Hall & Co. Ltd. you will receive our enhanced holiday package of 22 days holidays per year plus bank holidays (unless otherwise stated). Holiday entitlement increases with continuous service every two years

**Learning & Development** - We want all of our colleagues to reach their full potential. That is why you will benefit from our in-house learning and development team who will provide you access to fully funded accredited training and industry recognised qualifications.

**Life Insurance** - There’s nothing more important than family. We offer life insurance to all of our employees so you can have peace of mind during your career at James Hall & Co. Ltd.

**Grocery Aid** - We understand the importance of mental health. We work with the national charity Grocery Aid to provide all colleagues a 24/7 helpline service that is free, independent and confidential. Grocery Aid also offer a wide range of other fantastic services to support you when you need it.

We also offer staff discount, cycle to work scheme, company sick pay, bereavement pay, enhanced pension scheme and our famous Christmas Hamper