Job Description

Position Overview

The DC Assistant supports daily warehouse operations by executing physical handling, pricing, labelling, and preparation of products for distribution in line with approved SOPs and supervisor instructions. The role contributes to safe, orderly, and efficient warehouse flow by performing tasks accurately, maintaining discipline in handling pharmaceutical and food products, and ensuring work areas remain clean and compliant.

This position focuses on execution and adherence to instructions, with responsibility to escalate any product, labelling, or handling issues immediately. The role does not own inventory control, system validation, or variance investigation activities, ensuring clear segregation of duties and operational autonomy.

Roles and Responsibilities

Warehouse Operations Support

Perform loading and unloading activities safely and efficiently, following assigned instructions and handling requirements. Assist in receiving, put-away, picking support, shrink wrapping, staging, and dispatch preparation activities as assigned. Move products to designated locations accurately, ensuring items are placed, stacked, and secured correctly.
Pricing, Labelling & Packaging Execution

Apply pricing labels and product stickers accurately based on approved instructions and templates. Ensure labels are correctly placed, legible, and not damaged, without altering prices or product details. Support packaging activities, including shrink wrapping and carton preparation, to protect product integrity during transport. Escalate any incorrect, missing, unclear, or damaged labels or products immediately to the Warehouse Supervisor.
Product Handling, Safety & Hygiene Discipline

Handle pharmaceutical and food products in line with hygiene, storage, and handling instructions, including avoiding damage and contamination. Follow safety rules and use PPE at all times, including safe lifting, trolley use, and loading bay practices. Report safety hazards, product damage, or non-conforming handling conditions promptly through the supervisor.
Housekeeping & Workplace Organisation

Maintain cleanliness and order in work areas, loading bays, and staging zones throughout the shift. Dispose of packaging waste safely and keep aisles, exits, and emergency access areas clear. Support warehouse organisation by keeping tools, materials, and assigned areas arranged and ready for operations.
Team Support & Work Discipline

Follow daily task allocation, shift schedules, and supervisor instructions without deviation. Support colleagues during peak periods to maintain flow and meet dispatch priorities. Maintain professional behaviour, punctuality, and discipline in line with company expectations.

Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience

Secondary education or equivalent is preferred. Previous experience in warehouse, logistics, or distribution operations is an advantage. Experience handling pharmaceutical or food products is preferred but not mandatory.
Technical & Functional Skills

Ability to perform manual handling and physical warehouse work safely. Basic understanding of pricing labels, product identification, and packaging instructions. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
Soft Skills & Competencies

High-level of discipline and attention to detail in task execution. Team-oriented mindset with willingness to support colleagues. Ability to work in shifts and adapt to operational demands. Awareness of safety, hygiene, and compliance requirements.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED3,500.00 per month