Warehouse & Logistics Coordinator

Warehouse & Logistics Coordinator One Can Trust, High Wycombe Part-time | 17 hours per week Salary: £13,600 per annum (£28,000 FTE) Help keep our food bank running and support people facing food insecurity across South Bucks One Can Trust is a thriving local charity supporting individuals and families experiencing hardship across South Bucks. Alongside our food bank, we run a clothes bank, toddler groups and a community café. With a dedicated team of 11 staff and over 400 volunteers, we currently support around 360 people each week. We are looking for a practical, organised and community-minded Warehouse Coordinator to oversee the day-to-day running of our warehouse operation. This is a hands-on role that combines stock management, volunteer supervision, health and safety responsibilities and general warehouse administration. If you enjoy working as part of a small team, thrive in a busy environment and want your work to make a genuine difference in your local community, we would love to hear from you. About the role As Warehouse Coordinator, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the food bank warehouse. Working closely with volunteers and colleagues, you will oversee stock control, donations processing, warehouse organisation and compliance with food safety and health and safety standards. This role is ideal for someone with warehouse or stockroom management experience who is happy to be actively involved in the physical day-to-day operation. Reporting to: Operations Manager Location: One Can Trust, 11b Duke Street, High Wycombe, HP13 6EE Hours: 17 hours per week (Monday to Friday, ideally 8.30am to 11.30am), plus approximately two flexible hours per week as required for food collections and operational needs. A full driving licence is essential, along with a willingness to drive the charity's van. Key responsibilities Warehouse Operations Receive, inspect and record food donations from suppliers, businesses, community groups and members of the public. Organise and rotate stock to ensure food is stored safely and efficiently. Monitor inventory levels and maintain accurate stock records. Ensure adequate stock levels are available for food parcel preparation. Maintain a clean, safe and organised warehouse environment. Report shortages, surpluses or operational issues to the Operations Manager. Volunteer Coordination Supervise and support warehouse volunteers during daily operations. Provide clear guidance and ensure volunteers follow warehouse procedures. Work closely with the Volunteer Coordinator to ensure sufficient volunteer cover. Food Stock Management Carry out and review weekly stock checks. Identify low stock levels and report requirements to the Operations Manager. Liaise with the Finance and Procurement Coordinator regarding purchases. Oversee the collection of surplus fruit and vegetables, including undertaking collections when volunteer support is unavailable. Health & Safety Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture within the warehouse. Carry out routine checks, including temperature monitoring and environmental checks. Ensure compliance with food hygiene, manual handling and warehouse procedures. Act as Deputy Fire Warden. Work with external contractors, including pest control and PAT testing providers. Escalate concerns and support the implementation of health and safety improvements. Facilities and Vehicle Management Support the upkeep, security and maintenance of the warehouse building. Ensure the charity van remains roadworthy, legally compliant and well maintained. Liaise with waste management providers and other service contractors. Undertake other reasonable duties as required to support the charity's operations. About you We are looking for someone who is: Experienced in warehouse, stockroom or inventory management. Highly organised with excellent attention to detail. Comfortable supervising and motivating volunteers. A confident communicator who enjoys working with people. Practical, proactive and willing to get involved wherever needed. Able to identify and solve operational problems quickly. Physically fit and able to safely lift items up to 25kg. Committed to supporting people experiencing hardship within the local community. Adaptable and able to manage changing priorities. Competent using basic IT systems, spreadsheets and stock management tools. A Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety qualification would be beneficial, although training can be provided. What we offer Working at One Can Trust offers the opportunity to make a real difference in your local community while being part of a supportive and friendly team. We offer: Salary of £13,600 per annum (£28,000 FTE) 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata) Contributory pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Ongoing training and mentoring Opportunities to develop new skills and gain valuable charity sector experience A welcoming and collaborative working environment Addi