Stores Supervisor

Role: Stores Supervisor

Location: Sandy, Bedfordshire

Salary: Up to £36,000 (DOE)

Hours: (full-time, 39 hours per week)
Monday: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
Wednesday: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday: 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 7:30 am – 12:00 noon (unless working overtime)

Duties of a Stores Supervisor:

Oversee the day-to-day running of the Stores function, including the receipt, storage, issue, and movement of materials and tooling.
Maintain accurate stock records and material traceability using ERP/MRP systems.
Monitor stock levels, conduct stock checks, and resolve discrepancies to ensure inventory accuracy.
Manage goods inwards and despatch activities, ensuring deliveries and shipments are processed accurately and on time.
Liaise with suppliers and internal departments regarding material availability, shortages, and non-conforming goods.
Support production by ensuring materials and job kits are prepared and issued in line with manufacturing schedules.
Supervise and support Stores personnel, allocating workloads to ensure efficient operations.
Maintain high standards of housekeeping, safety, and compliance within the Stores area.
Identify and implement continuous improvements to stock control, material flow, and storage processes.
Carry out deliveries, collections, and provide support to other departments as required.
Undertake any additional duties as reasonably requested by management.

What we would like from you:

Essential:

Previous experience within a Stores, Warehouse, Logistics, or Inventory Control environment.
Strong organisational and administrative skills.
Good understanding of stock control procedures and material traceability.
Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
Good numerical and literacy skills.
Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable:

Previous supervisory or team leader experience.
Experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
Forklift Truck Licence (training can be provided if required).
Experience using ERP/MRP systems.
Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies.

Benefits:

Annual bonus based on company performance.
20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 26 days with service.
Life assurance.
Company sick pay scheme.
Pension scheme.
Workwear provided.
Subsidised drinks and snacks.
Staff meals and company events.
Overtime available and paid at enhanced rates.

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