Engineering Stores Administrator

Major Recruitment; Coventry; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Coventry is seeking a highly organised Engineering Stores Administrator to manage the spare parts inventory and ensure the smooth operation of engineering functions. The ideal candidate has experience in stock control and administration, with strong skills in Excel and communication. This full-time role offers a structured working environment in a manufacturing facility, providing opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

Stable full-time position

Supportive Engineering team

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• Strong background in administration and inventory control, particularly in a manufacturing or engineering setting.
• Excellent communication abilities and strong time management skills.
• Good understanding of engineering parts and relevant terminology.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain engineering spare parts inventory.
• Order parts when inventory hits minimum levels and process received goods.
• Track deliveries and maintain accurate records of transactions.

Skills

Strong administration and stock control experience

Excellent communication skills

Time-management skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

Location: Coventry

Department: Engineering

Hours: Full-time Monday to Friday 8.30am-5pm

Salary: £33000

About the Role

We are looking for a highly organised Engineering Stores Administrator to join our Engineering team at our Coventry plant.

This role is key to keeping our engineering operations running smoothly by managing spare parts inventory, processing engineering purchases, and maintaining accurate stock records.

You'll be responsible for ordering and controlling parts, raising purchase orders, and ensuring all engineering stores are efficiently organised, compliant, and fully stocked to meet production needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain engineering spare parts inventory to ensure optimum stock levels.
• Order parts when inventory reaches minimum quantities and process goods received.
• Raise purchase requisitions and purchase orders on SAP, obtaining required approvals.
• Track deliveries and shipments to ensure operational deadlines are met.
• File and record delivery notes, invoices, and inventory transactions accurately.
• Coordinate repairs sent to external contractors and manage the return of repaired equipment.
• Maintain GMP and 5S standards within engineering, oil, and motor stores.
• Conduct and oversee inventory audits, ensuring data accuracy and cost control.
• Support Engineering and Maintenance teams with stock availability and information updates.

About You

You'll be someone who thrives in an organised, fast‑paced environment and takes pride in accuracy and efficiency.

Essential Requirements

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Strong administration and stock control experience, ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Excellent communication and time‑management skills.
• Good understanding of engineering parts and terminology.

Desirable

• Experience using SAP or other ERP systems.
• Previous experience in an engineering or maintenance stores environment.
• Knowledge of purchasing processes and supplier liaison.

Why Join Us?

• Stable, full‑time position within a respected manufacturing business.
• Supportive and experienced Engineering team.
• Varied role with opportunities to improve processes and take ownership of the stores area.
• Training and development opportunities.

Working Environment

• Primarily based in the Engineering Stores.
• Some moderate lifting required when handling parts and stock.
• Low‑stress, well‑organised working environment with clear processes in place.

Apply Now

If you're a proactive Stores Administrator, Engineering Stock Controller, or Purchasing Assistant looking for your next step in a manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV and a brief cover letter or email directly to 02475264248.

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