Stores Lead

Jonathan Lee Recruitment; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Stores Lead in Nuneaton to manage stock levels and ensure accuracy in systems. The role involves overseeing good receipts, maintaining safety standards, and supporting the flow of components to workshops. Candidates must have 3+ years' experience in a stores role and the ability to pass BPSS clearance. This is a hands-on position at a technology hub in the defence industry.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank

Pension

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in a stores or warehouse role.
• Strong understanding of stock management processes.
• Experience with inventory tracking systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock levels and maintain accuracy in systems.
• Oversee goods-in and ensure quality.
• Organise storage and distribution of parts.
• Carry out inventory checks and stock reconciliations.
• Maintain a safe and compliant stores area.

Skills

Stock management processes

Inventory tracking systems

Basic IT skills

Team player

Ability to pass BPSS clearance

Tools

Forklift truck

Job description

Overview

Stores Lead

Location: Nuneaton, onsite

Advanced Engineering/Military

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience), 25 days holiday plus bank, Pension

You will need to pass a BPSS Security clearance.

No sponsorship for overseas candidates

About Us

This business is a leading provider of advanced Robotics and Systems, supporting the UK Ministry of Defence for two decades. They deliver world-class engineering and innovation to a growing global defence market.

The Opportunity

This is a hands-on role at the heart of the engineering and production activity. You will be responsible for managing stock levels, ensuring accuracy in our systems, supporting the flow of components to workshops, and maintaining a safe, efficient, and well-organised stores facility.

If you thrive in an environment where attention to detail, organisation, and initiative are key, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business at an exciting stage in its journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and manage the MRP system to maintain accurate stock records.
• Oversee goods-in, checking deliveries for accuracy and quality.
• Organise storage, retrieval, picking, kitting, and distribution of parts.
• Carry out regular inventory checks and stock reconciliation's.
• Manage consumables, working closely with Procurement to maintain levels.
• Support the preparation, packaging, and labelling of parts for shipment.
• Ensure the stores area is safe, tidy, and compliant with health & safety standards.
• Identify and help implement risk control measures, safe working procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide hands-on support with local deliveries and collections when required.

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years' experience in a stores or warehouse role.
• Strong understanding of stock management processes, from goods-in to dispatch.
• Experience with inventory tracking systems and manual handling equipment.
• Basic IT skills with an eye for accuracy and detail.
• A strong team player who can also work independently.
• UK driving licence and ability to pass BPSS clearance.

Desirable

• Background in automotive or complex engineering environments.
• Experience handling low-volume, high-complexity stock.
• Forklift truck licence.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking company developing cutting-edge solutions for the defence industry.
• Work at a world-class technology hub with access to leading facilities.
• Play a key role in a business where your contribution directly supports innovation and delivery.

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