Parts Stores Person

TCR; Gatwick; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation support company is looking for a Stores Person to join their team at the Gatwick site. Responsibilities include managing materials, providing customer service, and ensuring efficient stock control. The ideal candidate will possess strong IT skills, especially with SAP, and a customer-focused service delivery approach. Offering a standard Monday to Friday work schedule, this position requires a proactive team player ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include employer pension contributions and private medical coverage.

Benefits

6% employer pension contribution

3x salary Life Assurance

Private Medical Coverage

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Customer-focused with strong service delivery skills.
• Understanding of stores procedures and stock systems.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently.
• Strong IT skills including SAP experience.
• Good communication skills, written and spoken.
• Experience in a fast-paced department.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the receipt, storage, and issuing of materials.
• Provide counter service to staff collecting parts.
• Check and receive deliveries using IT systems.
• Participate in stock counts and reconcile stock levels.
• Maintain a clean and organized stores environment.

Skills

Customer-focused with strong service delivery skills

Understanding of stores procedures and stock systems

Ability to work accurately and efficiently

Strong IT skills (including SAP experience preferred)

Good communication skills, written and verbal

Experience in a fast-paced department

Full UK driving license

Education

GCSE A–C (or equivalent) in Maths and English

Tools

SAP

Forklift truck

Job description

Stores Person (Gatwick Site)

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Stores Person to join our Supply Chain team at our London Gatwick site. In this role, you will support the efficient running of our Parts Department by managing the receipt, storage, issuing, and traceability of all materials, tools, consumables, PPE, and client-supplied products.

Reporting to the Parts and Procurement Manager, you will play a key part in ensuring our technicians, workshop teams, and operations receive the parts and materials they need, on time and accurately.
This role may require occasional travel to other TCR locations to provide support during staff absences.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organised, proactive, and confident working in a fast-paced stores or parts environment.

Key Responsibilities

Materials Issue

• Identify and understand technician requirements.
• Provide prompt and courteous counter service to staff collecting parts.
• Respond to telephone enquiries in a professional manner.
• Issue materials to GSE Technicians, ensuring all paperwork is completed accurately.
• Purchase critical parts from suppliers when required.
• Pick and pack stock orders for delivery to outstations.
• Ensure all parts are correctly entered into SAP.
• Deliver materials to workshop areas and outstations as needed.
• Provide regular updates to the Supervisor on pending parts.
• Produce a daily report detailing due dates for all critical parts orders.

Goods Inward

• Check and receive deliveries using TCR’s IT systems.
• Safely unload delivery vehicles.
• Operate the company forklift truck (dependent on licence).
• Organise and maintain the goods‑received quarantine area.
• Notify suppliers immediately regarding damaged or missing items.
• Label and locate new stock items.
• Collect goods from suppliers when required.

Stock Control

• Participate in stock counts and reconcile stock levels.
• Ensure accurate labelling of all stock items.
• Manage PPE stock and ensure full item traceability.
• Store items appropriately according to size and weight.
• Maintain and update bin locations within the stock control system.

Outcome, Results & Key Performance Indicators

• Deliver efficient and proactive support to the workshop.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well‑organised stores environment.
• Accurately file and update COSHH data sheets.
• Report missing or damaged items to the Parts & Procurement Manager immediately.
• Operate vehicles and equipment in line with company and legal requirements.
• Adhere to purchasing, stock control, and safety procedures.
• Support cost‑saving initiatives and demonstrate strong organisational ability.
• Maintain extensive knowledge of SAP, purchasing systems, and stock management tools.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Act responsibly to prevent injury to yourself and others.
• Follow all safety rules and operating procedures.
• Correctly use PPE and safety equipment.
• Report all accidents, incidents, near misses, or unsafe conditions to your Supervisor.
• Cooperate in investigations of any safety incident.
• Highlight any unsafe equipment, practices, or hazards.
• Participate in improving company health & safety practices.

ISO Requirements

• Follow Company Quality, Health & Safety and Environmental policies.
• Work in accordance with ISO9001, ISO14001, and OHSAS18001 procedures.
• Ensure all work, documentation, and services comply with ISO requirements.
• Support correct waste segregation for environmental compliance.
• Report incidents and near misses in line with IMS procedures.

Dimensions of the Role

• Supply Chain operations
• Fleet, plant, and specialist GSE equipment
• Light and heavy commercial vehicles
• Negotiation and supplier coordination
• Following TCR supply chain processes and standards

Key Relationships

• Parts & Procurement Manager
• Purchasing/Procurement Supervisor
• Suppliers
• Operations Manager
• General Manager & Senior Management
• Workshop Supervisors
• GSE Technicians

Skills, Experience & Behaviours

Essential

• Customer‑focused with strong service delivery skills.
• Understanding of stores procedures and stock systems.
• Ability to work accurately, efficiently, and independently or as part of a team.
• Strong IT skills (including SAP experience preferred).
• Good communication skills, written and verbal.
• Experience in a fast‑paced department where time management is critical.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience within a Parts Department (vehicle, GSE, plant machinery, or similar).
• Experience using SAP or related systems.
• GCSE A–C (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Basic mechanical or engineering knowledge.

Behavioural Capabilities

• Strong team player with a positive and proactive approach.
• Practical, hands‑on attitude with a ‘can‑do’ mindset.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and maintain excellent records.
• Resourceful, organised, and self‑motivated.
• Excellent time‑keeping and reliability.
• Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills.
• Flexible and willing to support other TCR locations when required.

What We Offer

• 6% employer pension contribution
• 3x salary Life Assurance
• Private Medical Coverage
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Working Hours / Shift Pattern

• 5 days per week: Monday - Friday
• Standard hours: 08:00 – 16:30

About Us

At TCR Group, we are committed to revolutionizing the aviation industry by providing integrated solutions for Ground Support Equipment (GSE). Our services include GSE rental, leasing, and maintenance.

With headquarters near Brussels and a team of 1800+ employees, we operate globally across over 200 airports in America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East. Our dedication to excellence makes us a trusted partner for customers worldwide.

TCR International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.

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Submit your CV and cover letter to join our Gatwick team as an Administrator.

Disclaimer:

We regret that visa sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.