Stores Manager

Simply Jobsworth; Seaham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary of £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

Permanent, full-time position

Opportunity to take ownership of an es

Varied role with opportunities to move

Process improvement focus

Job summary

Simply Jobsworth is seeking an experienced Stores Manager to oversee the engineering stores within a manufacturing environment. You will manage stock levels, purchasing and ensure availability of spare parts to support production.

You will work with engineering, maintenance and production teams, use ERP/MRP systems, conduct stocktakes, and drive process improvements to reduce costs. This is a permanent, full-time role offering ownership of an important function within an established

Qualifications

• Experience as Stores Manager or similar in manufacturing/engineering environments.
• Strong stock control, purchasing and inventory management skills.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP stock systems and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of engineering stores.
• Manage stock levels and replenishment of spare parts and consumables.
• Ensure critical components are available to minimise downtime.
• Handle purchasing activities and supplier relationships.
• Conduct regular stocktakes and audits.
• Improve stores processes to reduce costs.
• Coordinate with engineering and production teams to meet needs.
• Maintain accurate records in ERP systems.
• Keep stores area safe, organized and efficient.
• Implement improvements to inventories.

Skills

Stores management

Inventory management

ERP/MRP usage

Purchasing

Stock control

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Stores Manager - Manufacturing / Engineering

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
Location: County Durham
Job Type: Permanent

Hours: Mon - Fri 08:00 - 17:00

We are recruiting for an experienced Stores Manager to join a well-established manufacturing business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised, hands-on individual to take ownership of the engineering stores function, ensuring effective stock control, purchasing and availability of essential spare parts and materials to support a busy production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the engineering stores.

• Manage stock levels, inventory accuracy and replenishment of engineering spare parts and consumables.

• Ensure critical components are readily available to minimise production downtime.

• Manage purchasing activities, supplier relationships and delivery schedules.

• Conduct regular stocktakes, audits and inventory checks.

• Identify opportunities to improve stock control processes and reduce costs.

• Work closely with engineering, maintenance and production teams to ensure operational requirements are met.

• Maintain accurate records using stock management and ERP systems.

• Ensure the stores area is organised, safe and operating efficiently.

• Implement improvements to stores procedures and inventory management.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a Stores Manager, Engineering Stores Supervisor, Inventory Manager or similar position.

• Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment.

• Good knowledge of engineering spare parts, mechanical and electrical components.

• Strong stock control, inventory management and purchasing experience.

• Experience using ERP, MRP or computerised stock management systems.

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

• Ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively with engineering and production teams.

• A proactive, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £40,000 - £45,000 per annum.

• Permanent, full-time position.

• Opportunity to take ownership of an important function within an established manufacturing business.

• A varied role with the opportunity to improve processes and drive efficiencies.