Amazon is set to open a new one-million-square-foot distribution centre in Coalville, Leicestershire, in the UK, creating 500 permanent jobs over the next three years and giving a significant boost to its supply-chain resources for the region.
The online retailer has already started its recruitment programme for a range of positions at the centre, from operations managers to engineers, HR and IT roles, to associates who will handle orders.
“We are excited to create 500 new permanent jobs over three years in Leicestershire, with competitive wages and comprehensive benefits starting on day one,” commented John Tagawa, Amazon’s vice-president of UK operations.
“Amazon has a dedicated and enthusiastic workforce, who play a crucial role in delivering a first-rate level of service for our customers, and we look forward to recruiting people from Leicestershire and the surrounding area.”
Andrew Bridgen, MP for North-West Leicestershire, welcomed Amazon’s investment in the area, saying, “I am pleased that such a reputable company has the confidence in the area, not only given its strategic location, but also for the recruitment of a wide-ranging workforce.”
Amazon currently has ten fulfilment centres in the UK, including two in Doncaster and one each in Dunfermline, Dunstable, Gourock, Hemel Hempstead, Milton Keynes, Peterborough, Rugeley and Swansea Bay. The new centre is expected to be in operation from autumn of this year.
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