Stores Controller

Overview

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Stores Controller to oversee the efficient management of stock. This role involves coordinating inventory, ensuring accurate stock levels, and supporting operations within a stores environment. The ideal candidate will possess relevant warehouse experience, mechanical knowledge, and familiarity with stock management systems.

Responsibilities

• To accurately manage and record all stock receipts and despatches using the stock management system
• To purchase parts and consumables in order to meet the demands of the business
• Coordinate shipping and receiving activities, including loading and unloading goods with a forklift where necessary
• To ensure the department administration is dealt with correctly, including the correct completion of all courier administration
• To ensure weekly stock checks are undertaken and any stock issues are corrected
• To organise the 6 monthly examination of lifting equipment and annual calibration of tools
• To work with the service engineers despatching parts and consumables over the counter
• To carry out monthly rack inspections
• To carry out annual PAT testing of hand held electrical equipment
• Conduct picking & packing operations to fulfil orders accurately and promptly
• Maintain organisation of storage areas, ensuring items are correctly stocked and labelled
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations during all stores activities
• Utilise forklift skills to load, unload, and transport goods safely around the premises

Experience

• Proven warehouse experience, including stock management, shipping and receiving.
• Familiarity with stock management systems.
• Experience operating forklift trucks in a safe manner is essential; relevant certification is preferred
• Mechanical knowledge or construction experience is advantageous for supporting maintenance tasks
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and efficiently during stock movements or manual handling tasks
• Previous roles involving picking & packing, load & unload activities, or logistics coordination are essential
• Strong organisational skills with an eye for detail to ensure accuracy in inventory records and order fulfilment
• Trained First Aider

This position offers an engaging environment for motivated individuals eager to contribute to smooth stores operations while developing their skills further.

Pay: £14.00-£15.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 50.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Private medical insurance

Work Location: In person