Stores & Logistics Manager

White Label Recruitment Ltd; Driffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Stores and Logistics Manager in Driffield, UK. This role will oversee the daily operations of the stores team and manage logistics to ensure operational efficiency. Candidates should have a strong background in stores keeping and logistics management within an engineering environment, with proven leadership and problem-solving skills. The salary ranges from £35,000 to £40,000 and the position is on-site with a 40-hour work week.

Benefits

33 days holiday per annum

Challenging and rewarding role

Qualifications

• Proven experience in stores keeping and logistics management in engineering.
• Ability to resolve discrepancies and manage supplier relationships.
• Experience in both domestic and international logistics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee stores operations ensuring cleanliness, safety, and organization.
• Monitor stock movement and manage logistics for operational efficiency.
• Lead and train stores and logistics personnel.

Skills

Stores keeping experience

Logistics management

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Tools

MRP/ERP systems (preferably AMIS)

Job description

Stores and Logistics Manager - Manufacturing

Location: On-site

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (Negotiable, depending on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Monday - Thursday: 08:00 - 17:15

Friday: 08:00 - 13:00

Time Off: 33 days holiday per annum (including Bank Holidays)

We are seeking an experienced Stores and Logistics Manager with a strong background in stores keeping and logistics management within an engineering environment. The role involves overseeing the day-to-day activities of the stores team, managing stock control, and handling logistics to ensure operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee stores operations to ensure cleanliness, safety, and organization.
• Implement labelling systems for stock and storage areas.
• Monitor stock movement and material storage.
• Work with internal departments to meet material and stock needs.
• Inspect incoming goods to ensure they meet purchase orders and specifications.
• Book goods into AMIS and assign appropriate storage locations.
• Manage kitting activities, ensuring materials are correctly labelled by project.
• Coordinate material handover to Production to meet deadlines.
• Handle returns of damaged, incorrect, or faulty goods in collaboration with the team.
• Conduct daily and cyclical stock-taking activities throughout the year.
• Resolve stock discrepancies through collaboration with Purchasing.
• Monitor real‑time stock accuracy within the AMIS system.
• Coordinate domestic and international logistics, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Lead and train stores and logistics personnel, setting performance expectations.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency.

Key Skills & Experience Required

• Experience in stores keeping and logistics in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of stock control, goods receiving, and dispatch processes.
• Hands‑on experience with MRP/ERP systems (preferably AMIS).
• Leadership skills to manage and develop a small team.
• Ability to resolve discrepancies and manage supplier relationships.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proven ability to improve stock accuracy and process efficiencies.
• Experience in managing logistics, both domestic and international.
• Problem‑solving skills to address real‑time issues and maintain stock integrity.

If you are an experienced Stores and Logistics Manager looking for a challenging and rewarding role, apply today to join a dynamic engineering environment.