Inventory Control & Stores Coordinator

Arriva Midlands North Limited; Telford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Arriva Midlands North Limited is seeking a Stores Person at our Telford site to take charge of stock and supplies, ensuring the right parts and materials are available when needed. You will receive materials, reconcile orders, maintain accurate records and support procurement tasks to keep operations moving safely and efficiently.

The role requires strong attention to detail, organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in stores, warehouse or stock control roles.
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills.
• Proficient with inventory management systems and MS Office.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Able to work both as part of a team and independently.
• Forklift licence or warehouse qualifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Receive all incoming materials, reconcile with purchase orders and check for accuracy.
• Track, document and resolve discrepancies on deliveries.
• Keep inventory system up to date with stock totals, receipts, adjustments and returns.
• Manage inventory levels to stay within minimum and maximum thresholds.
• Maintain records of goods received, issued or returned.
• Pack, price, label and arrange returns of stock as required.
• Rotate stock and coordinate disposal of surpluses or expired items.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Create purchase orders and manage procurement tasks.
• Arrange return shipments for cancelled or damaged goods.

Skills

Stock control

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Team player

Forklift licence

Tools

Inventory management system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Arriva Midlands North Limited is seeking a Stores Person at our Telford site to take charge of stock and supplies, ensuring the right parts and materials are available when needed. You will receive materials, reconcile orders, maintain accurate records and support procurement tasks to keep operations moving safely and efficiently.

The role requires strong attention to detail, organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.