Posted:
1/6/2026, 11:58:11 PM
Location(s):
Northern Ireland, United Kingdom ⋅ Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Customer Success & Support
Workplace Type:
On-site
At Sysco, our success is powered by passionate, dedicated people who go above and beyond to deliver every day.
We deliver opportunities to our colleagues ensuring that we can all thrive in work and beyond.
We deliver the potential of food and drink to our customers, supporting thousands of cafes, restaurants and bars to thrive every day.
We deliver new thinking, technology and talent to our industry.
We deliver support and commitment to our communities, making a lasting impact.
Be Part of Something Big – Sysco’s New Chapter in Northern Ireland
We are expanding our presence in Northern Ireland with the opening of our brand-new, state-of-the-art “Sysco Belfast” facility at Nutts Corner, Co. Antrim.
This is a transformational step for our business in Northern Ireland, bringing enhanced capacity, efficiency, and career growth opportunities. We are looking for talented individuals to join us on this exciting journey.
Join Us and Grow Your Career
We are seeking passionate, ambitious, and driven individuals who want to be part of a team shaping the future of foodservice across the island of Ireland.
Whether you are an experienced professional or looking for your next challenge, now is the perfect time to join us.
Summary
Inventory operatives are responsible for processing our drivers’ paperwork and any returned products, making sure product is properly coded and staged for put away, entering data into the warehouse management system in a fast and efficient manner. This position requires flexible starting times working any 5/7 days. The job requires working in areas with temperature and humidity variations (dry, cooler and freezer).
Key Accountabilities:
Make sure drivers & customers have signed all pages of invoices and returns
Keep records of driver paperwork errors
Check all assets returned by driver
Check all returned product and make sure returns are properly coded
Run labels and tag returned product
Enter data into the warehouse management system
Make sure drivers place equipment and returns on proper pallets in the returns area
Check product list under HACCP regulations
Release manifest when driver check-in process has been completed
Keep return area clean and orderly
Communicate any problems to management in a timely manner
Other duties and responsibilities that may be assigned to you by your manager
Operate an electric power pallet truck or forklift to transport product
Follow SSOW and SOPs and immediately report any unsafe conditions
Must be able to communicate effectively at all levels of the business
Requires working efficiently, proactively and Health and Safety conscious in a fast-paced warehouse environment
Develop a good working knowledge of product, placement, and inventory control techniques and procedures
Daily cycle counting and inventory integrity across all zones
Follow procedures to comply with HACCP policy
The role requires a candidate who will possess:
PC Skills: Excel, Email and Word familiar with WMS systems
Strong numerical and analytical skills required
Attention to detail and accuracy
Must be able to identify product and determine quality according to HACCP guidelines
Strong personality and effective communication skills to explain and enforce proper policies and procedures
Strong organizational skills and ability to work to tight deadlines
The ability to co-operate and get along with co-workers
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both in person and on telephone
The ability to analyse and resolve problems effectively and efficiently
Previous inventory experience in a fast-pace warehouse environment
Experience operating an electric pallet truck or forklift
Flexibility with regards to hours of work / shift work
Strong mathematical skills needed to count product, multiply, add, subtract and understand percentages
Core Competencies:
On Offer
The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are neither definitive nor restrictive and may change in detail from time-to-time to meet the changing needs of the business.
Sysco are an equal opportunity employer.
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Website: https://sysco.com/
Headquarter Location: Houston, Texas, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1969
IPO Status: Public
Industries: Electrical Distribution ⋅ Food and Beverage ⋅ Food Delivery ⋅ Health Care ⋅ Hospitality ⋅ Logistics ⋅ Marketing ⋅ Meat and Poultry ⋅ Restaurants ⋅ Sales