MODERNISATION is expected to lead to job losses at another Trowbridge company.

The Consortium, which employs about 320 people and handles £100 million of business, is in the midst of negotiations with staff as part of a project aimed at streamlining the warehouse operation.

Frank Minal, of the GMB trade union, said: "Obviously we are concerned with regard to the potential redundancies but we are having the opportunity to negotiate with the company.

"It seems the management are prepared to be flexible."

The restructuring will mean roles will change and staff will have to reapply for their jobs.

More IT personnel will be needed, but fewer warehouse staff.

Nigel Cook, people support and development manager, said: "All existing staff are being given the opportunity to apply for the positions in the new structure, which will also be advertised externally, in line with the company's ambition to attract the best people in the area."

"Obviously there will be some redundancies as a result of implementing the new structure and the company will be seeking voluntary applications in the first instance, through the consultation process."

The company, which was founded in 1971, has now begun individual consultations with staff members.

The changes at the company will allow customers to specify when they want their goods to be delivered and the Consortium will guarantee 100 per cent fulfilment anywhere in the UK.