Engineering Stores Controller

Alexander Steele; Chatham; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing business in Kent is seeking an Engineering Stores Coordinator to manage the stores function, ensuring efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of materials. Key responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, maintaining stock accuracy, and collaborating with internal teams. The ideal candidate has experience in a stores environment and is skilled in leading teams. The position offers a salary of up to £40,000 along with pension and healthcare benefits. The role will be based onsite, Monday to Friday.

Benefits

Pension

Healthcare Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in a stores or warehouse environment.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lead a team and promote efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily stores operations and accurate stock movements.
• Manage receipt and labelling of deliveries with correct documentation.
• Maintain stock accuracy through cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Control reordering of stock and coordinate purchasing.
• Generate reports on stock performance and compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet operational needs.
• Implement improvements to storage systems and inventory accuracy.
• Support audits and ensure Health & Safety standards are met.

Job description

Alexander Steele are supporting a Global manufacturing business who are seeking an Engineering Stores Coordinator to manage and optimise the stores function, ensuring efficient receipt, storage, and dispatch of materials. This role is key to maintaining accurate inventory, supporting maintenance programmes, and driving continuous improvement across stores processes.

On offer :

• Salary will be up to £40,000
• Pension + Healthcare Benefits
• The role will be based onsite (Mon to Fri) at their site in Kent

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily stores operations, ensuring accurate stock movements and safe, organised storage.
• Manage receipt, booking-in, and labelling of deliveries with correct documentation.
• Maintain stock accuracy through cycle counts, stocktakes, and system reconciliations.
• Control reordering of stock and coordinate purchasing for maintenance tasks.
• Lead and support junior team members, promoting efficiency and compliance.
• Generate reports on stock performance, purchase orders, and reconciliation accuracy.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Production, Procurement, Quality) to meet operational needs.
• Identify and implement improvements to storage systems and inventory accuracy.
• Support audits, compliance checks, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure Health & Safety standards are met and elevate issues promptly.

Skills & Experience

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