Maidenhead, United Kingdom
3 days ago
Distribution Assistant

Company Description

You’ll make us shine

You communicate easily and openly with your colleagues and enjoy being part of a talented and diverse team. Whether creative or analytical, you are attracted by our fascinating product: nature’s hardest substance yet most tender gift. Our retail brand De Beers London, work with the finest diamond cutters to bring customers the world’s most beautiful diamonds. Our diamonds inspire us to shine and we are committed to making a positive difference to the people and places we touch.

If you have the personality and skills to share our passion for all that diamonds can do, we’d love to hear from you. 

We’re the world’s leading diamond company – a unique luxury business that thrives on the creativity, passion and knowledge of our people.

To push our company forwards, we always need to think differently. We welcome diverse perspectives, people who spark fresh thinking and aren't afraid to challenge assumptions.

In return, we provide you with the space and support to grow and achieve your ambitions.

Job Description

This role is entry level in retail distribution and requires some basic administration skills.  The candidate should have exceptional organisational skills and be able to learn and carry out all the duties mentioned to a high degree of accuracy and speed. It involves some physical handling of stock and boxes.

Key Responsibilities:

The import and export of all valuables, through the correct channels, conforming to security and insurance regulations.

Stock handling:

Pick, process and dispatch all stock for stores, wholesale/franchise, manufacturers and suppliers.Pick, process and receive in stock for stores, wholesale/franchise, manufacturers and suppliers.Process synthetic checks.Ensure accurate storage of all jewellery and loose diamonds.

Vault maintenance:

To check off the stock physically received from other departments (Quality Control and Diamond Centre).To put away the stock in the vault.Ensure accurate storage of all jewellery and loose diamonds.Ensure stock accuracy at all times.

General admin:

Ensure all documents scanned accordingly.Assist team with general admin tasks.

QualificationsPrevious experience working in distribution is an advantage.Knowledge of Microsoft office excel is desirable.Excellent attention to detail and good organization skills.Ability to multi-task.Team player and can work collaboratively.

Additional InformationA great working environmentFantastic pension scheme25 days of holiday + bank holidays with the opportunity to buy or sell 5 more daysPrivate HealthcareMental health is a top priority for De Beers Group - we offer free subscription to Headspace and have mental health first aiderCompetitive salaryYour Choice membership discountsEmployee share schemes Staff discountFree breakfast & lunch at onsite restaurantFlexible benefits package 

Who we are

De Beers Group is a company with a rich history and a sparkling future. Since 1888 our experts have searched the world for nature’s most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us. Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines, operations and support functions in the De Beers Group producer countries of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe, sustainable future for De Beers Group’s people, shareholders, communities and partners.

Safety

Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Referrals incentive applicable: This opportunity is open to a paid referral incentive according to the Referral Policy. Referral incentives are applicable to De Beers Group internal employees only. 

Building Forever

Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business.   Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers’ trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride. 

Background Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications

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