Stores and Materials Operative

Adecco; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Stores and Materials Operative in Goole, Yorkshire. This role involves managing materials for essential engineering projects, with a focus on stock management and excellent organizational skills. Candidates should have experience with systems like SAP and a strong attention to detail. Competitive hourly rates and overtime opportunities available.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Overtime paid at 150%

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience with stock management systems like SAP.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound material movements.
• Monitor material availability for commissioning.
• Raise material requests and maintain inventory reports.

Skills

Stock management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Data accuracy

Logistics knowledge

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Stores and Materials Operative

Location: Goole, Yorkshire

Contract Details: Temporary, 12 months

Salary: 15 - 16 per hour

About Our Client

Our client is a leading organisation in the engineering and transport industry, known for their commitment to safety, innovation, and excellence. They are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Stores and Materials Operative to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial for managing the control, distribution, and tracking of materials essential for commissioning, warranty, and modification activities.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Overtime paid at 150% when required
• Full-time schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (40 hours/week)
• Opportunity to work on high-profile transport programmes
• Supportive and forward-thinking work environment

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inbound material movements with the Materials Manager
• Monitor material availability for commissioning and modifications
• Raise material requests and maintain inventory reports
• Ensure safe and organised storage across multiple sites
• Support planning and forecasting with project and materials teams
• Physically move materials onsite and between depots
• Maintain accurate records using stock systems (e.g., SAP, ERP, CORMAP)
• Liaise with suppliers for warranty returns and repairs
• Produce reports on tooling, stock status, and quarantined goods
• Assist with stock checks, tool control, and waste disposal
• Promote a culture of safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement

Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience)

• Experience with stock management systems (SAP or similar)
• Basic understanding of COSHH and hazardous material handling
• Knowledge of logistics, warehousing, and transport operations
• Ability to manage multiple storage locations
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Excellent organisational and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Proficiency in Excel and data interpretation
• UK driving licence (beneficial but not essential)

Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience)

• Experience in engineering, transport, or rolling stock projects
• Understanding of warranty and repair logistics
• Familiarity with modification campaign environments
• Reach forklift licence (expired/in-house considered)
• Knowledge of supply chain and inventory control practises
• Proven track record of on-time delivery

Technologies

• Stock management systems (SAP, ERP, CORMAP)
• Excel for data interpretation and reporting

How to apply

If you are enthusiastic about contributing to a vital infrastructure project and possess the skills we are looking for, we want to hear from you! Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience to insert application email or link. Join us in making a difference in the engineering and transport sector!

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