Stores & Inventory Operations Lead (Exeter/Huthwaite)

National Grid Electricity Distribution; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance related bonus

Competitive pension – double match up

Annual Share Save plan

Life insurance 4x salary

Healthcare for you and family

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Job summary

National Grid Electricity Distribution seeks a Central Stores Operations Manager to lead store operations at Exeter or Huthwaite. You will drive safe, cost-efficient handling of materials and ensure stock availability for operations and projects.

You will manage stores teams, uphold inventory accuracy, and apply KPI-driven improvements while coordinating with Procurement and Operations to optimise service delivery. A strong safety culture and leadership track record are essential.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in stores, warehouse or logistics management.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control and ERP/Inventory systems.
• Proven experience leading operational teams and managing performance.
• Experience using KPIs and data to improve operational performance.
• Good understanding of Health, safety and environmental requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations across central stores (Exeter and Huthwaite).
• Manage, develop and motivate stores teams with safety and high performance.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and control of high-value/obsolete stock.
• Ensure materials available to meet operational and project requirements.
• Monitor KPIs relating to safety, service, productivity and cost.
• Drive continuous improvement across processes, layouts, productivity and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Operations, suppliers and contractors to optimise stock.
• Manage stock taking cycles including reconciliations and corrective actions.
• Support business continuity and emergency response requirements for critical materials.
• Manage budgets and contractor performance.
• Ensure compliance with NGED policies and relevant HSE requirements.

Skills

Stores management

Inventory control

Team leadership

KPIs and data usage

Health, safety & environment

Stakeholder management

Energy/utilities sector experience

Education

Supply chain / logistics degree or equivalent

Leadership qualification or in progress

PD development in stores/warehousing

Tools

ERP/Inventory management systems

Job description

National Grid Electricity Distribution seeks a Central Stores Operations Manager to lead store operations at Exeter or Huthwaite. You will drive safe, cost-efficient handling of materials and ensure stock availability for operations and projects.

You will manage stores teams, uphold inventory accuracy, and apply KPI-driven improvements while coordinating with Procurement and Operations to optimise service delivery. A strong safety culture and leadership track record are essential.