Warehouse & Samples Coordinator Apprentice – Rug Couture Ltd

Apprenticeship
Birmingham
Posted 9 hours ago

Summary


This apprenticeship is a hands-on mix of warehouse work and samples management. It’s an exciting chance to learn new skills, be part of a supportive team, and start building a career in a busy and growing industry.

 

Work


Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

 

What you'll do at work


We’re a small, ambitious team looking for a highly organised, smart, motivated person to join us.

The Role:

A hands-on blend of warehouse operations and samples management.

Samples:

  • Prepare and package rug samples ready for daily Royal Mail dispatch

  • Keep the samples area impeccably organised and well-stocked


Warehouse:

  • Receive deliveries, check goods, and prepare rugs for dispatch

  • Wrap and package rugs securely, booking shipments through the DHL web portal

  • Keep the warehouse tidy, safe, and efficient


Applicants must:

  • The ability to lift heavy rugs when required

  • Comfortable with physical tasks (packing, lifting, organising)


 

Where you'll work


Unit 1 Gregston Industrial Estate
Birmingham Road
Oldbury
West Midlands
B69 4EX

 

Training


Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

 

Training course


Supply chain warehouse operative (level 2)

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Training schedule



  • Supply Chain Warehouse Level 2 Standard

  • Relevant workplace training

  • Functional Skills if required


 

Requirements


Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade C/4 or above)

  • Mathematics (grade C/4 or above)


Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

 

Skills



  • Communication skills

  • IT skills

  • Attention to detail

  • Organisation skills

  • Administrative skills

  • Team working

  • Non judgemental


 

Other requirements


About You:

  • Ultra-organised & detail-driven - you like clear systems and neat shelves

  • Proactive - you spot what’s needed and get it done

  • Team-minded - reliable, supportive, and happy to help where needed


 

About this employer


Rug Couture Limited has operated since 2006. With two established brands – rugcouture.com and naturalrugstore.co.uk – we’re entering a strong period of growth. Our ambition: become one of the world’s leading e-commerce flooring companies within the next two years.

https://www.rugcouture.com/ (opens in new tab)

 

Company benefits


Small, close-knit team with big ambitions. Training provided, we’ll set you up to succeed. Real opportunity to grow with the company as we scale.

Vacancy Features

Job CategoryWarehouse & Logistics
Salary/Rate£11,778 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
TypeApprenticeship
Contract Length16 Months
Start DateApril 2026
Job ReferenceVAC2000010755
Training ProviderPTP Training