Stores Manager

ICOMAT; Gloucester, Swindon; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Stock options

Job summary

iCOMAT is seeking a Storesperson/Warehouse Operative to manage inventory in our Gloucester facility. You will record, label and store incoming materials, perform stock checks, and ensure accurate order fulfilment. The role involves using forklifts and WMS software, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Join a growing team at a company pioneering rapid tow shearing; responsibilities span goods receipt, storage, and collaboration with Procurement and Production to sustain smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Storesperson, Warehouse Operative or similar role in manufacturing or engineering.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and warehouse processes (Syspro preferred).
• Forklift certification and experience operating material-handling equipment is required.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills, including experience with inventory management software.

Responsibilities

• Record, label and store all incoming materials, components and finished goods in the warehouse.
• Perform perpetual stock checks and audits; report discrepancies to Operations.
• Cover kitting requirements in line with MRP; dispatch materials to production.
• Fully check deliveries for damage or shortages; quarantine items for QC as needed.
• Ensure goods are stored safely according to supplier/internal guidance.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations; keep the warehouse clean and safe.
• Operate forklifts and other handling equipment to move goods.
• Suggest improvements to warehouse processes to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality Control and Procurement to meet business goals.

Skills

Forklift certification

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Good communication

Tools

Syspro (preferred)

Job description

Join ICOMAT - Revolutionising the Future of Lightweight Manufacturing!

iCOMAT is an advanced manufacturing company that invented Rapid Tow Shearing (RTS) - the only proven technology for producing defect-free curved-fiber composite parts at industrial scale. We deliver the lightest structures possible for aerospace, automotive, defense, and space, at a rate and cost efficiency that far exceeds existing composite production processes.

We build and operate automated factories for composite materials, delivering components to Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs. The business has three main divisions: development of automated production machines, development of software design and production tools, and operation of the factory. We work with 25+ customers and completed the largest ever Series A in composites manufacturing to fuel a significant scale-up, with growth plans that will see the business multiply in size over the next two to three years and expand operations into the UK, Europe and the US.

The business has currently more than 130,000 sqm of production capacity with manufacturing facilities in the UK (Gloucester and Swindon) and the US (Dayton, Ohio); a Hardware R&D Centre in Bristol, UK; and a Software R&D Centre in Athens, Greece.

What will you be doing?

Inventory Management

Accurately record, label and store all incoming materials, components and finished goods in the warehouse. Regularly update inventory records using the company's inventory management system.

Stock Control

Conduct perpetual stock checks and audits to ensure that inventory levels are accurate. Report any discrepancies or issues to the Operations team.

Order Fulfilment

Cover kitting requirements in line with MRP, dispatching materials and components to production as required, ensuring timely delivery and accuracy in order fulfilment.

Goods Receipt

Fully check deliveries for damage, incorrect supply or shortages. Quarantine items requiring Quality Control inspection until released by QC. Coordinate with the Procurement team to resolve any issues.

Goods Storage

Ensure all goods are stored safely and in accordance with the suppliers' or internal recommendations.

Health & Safety Compliance

Adhere to all health and safety regulations, ensuring that the warehouse environment is kept clean, organised and safe at all times. Isolate and report any hazards or incidents to the Warehouse Manager.

Material Handling

Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and other material-handling equipment to move and store goods safely and efficiently.

Process Improvement

Identify and suggest improvements to warehouse processes and inventory management practices to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

Team Collaboration

Work closely with other departments, including Production, Quality Control and Procurement, to support overall business objectives.

What do we need from you?

• Proven experience as a Storesperson, Warehouse Operative or similar role in a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and warehouse processes. Syspro knowledge is preferred but not essential
• Forklift certification and experience operating material-handling equipment is required
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer skills, including experience with inventory management software
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to manually lift and move objects up to a manageable weight, with no history of back complaints

Our Values: Uncompromising Excellence

• Discipline over excuses. We commit. We follow through. We hold ourselves and each other to the highest standard, especially when the pressure is on.
• Push the edge. iCOMAT was built on a refusal to accept that curved fiber could not be manufactured at scale. We innovate where others hesitate.
• Aligned and accountable. Everyone owns their lane, communicates openly, and delivers without being chased. No silos. No ambiguity.

Why iCOMAT?

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare, pension scheme.
• Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company's success
• Career Growth Opportunities: Join us at a pivotal time as we scale up, offering unmatched professional growth opportunities in the rapidly advancing field of composite materials.
• Innovation-Focused Culture: We pride ourselves on our inclusive, forward-thinking work environment. Recognized by Bloomberg as a "UK Startup to Watch", iCOMAT celebrates diversity and encourages all applicants, regardless of background, to apply.
• Global Impact: Be a part of our mission to redefine lightweight structures for the automotive, aerospace, and space industries, working with some of the most influential companies worldwide.Ready to be part of something big?