Stores Person

Infrastructure Gateway Ltd; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-Friendly Leave

Pension scheme

Health & Wellbeing (EAP, GP)

Cycle to Work

25 days annual leave

Salary review & recognition

Career development

Diversity & Inclusion networks

Job summary

South Staffordshire Limited is seeking a reliable Stores Person to support warehouse operations, receive, store, pick, pack and dispatch stock, and maintain accurate inventory records.

The role includes occasional driving duties, daily vehicle inspections, and collaboration with customers and field teams while upholding health and safety standards.

A proactive, organised individual with a full driving licence and B+E entitlement will help ensure materials are available and operations run smoothly.

Qualifications

• Valid full driving licence for the vehicle driven.
• B+E entitlement on licence (essential).
• Experience in a warehouse, stores, delivery or logistics environment.
• Good understanding of safe loading, unloading, and manual handling practices.
• Ability to accurately pick, pack, and manage stock while maintaining inventory records.
• Strong awareness of health and safety requirements, including site and road safety regulations.
• Good communication and customer service skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers and colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail when completing deliveries, collections, and related documentation.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• A reliable, proactive, and flexible approach, with a willingness to support both driving and warehouse operations as required.
• Physical capability to undertake the manual aspects of the role, including lifting, loading, and moving materials.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, transport, and deliver materials to customer and construction sites in compliance with all road traffic legislation and company procedures.
• Collect returns, surplus materials, and equipment from sites, ensuring accurate records and documentation are maintained.
• Verify deliveries and collections to ensure orders are complete, accurate, and meet customer requirements.
• Photograph delivered and collected materials as required and maintain clear records using company systems, paperwork, and applications.
• Conduct daily vehicle and trailer inspections, reporting any faults, damage, or maintenance requirements promptly.
• Maintain vehicles, trailers, and warehouse equipment in a clean, safe, and serviceable condition.
• Adhere to all site-specific regulations, health and safety requirements, and company policies at all times.
• Receive, store, pick, pack, and dispatch stock accurately and efficiently to support operational requirements.
• Maintain accurate stock records, monitor inventory levels, and report stock discrepancies or shortages.
• Ensure warehouse stock locations are organised and materials are stored safely and correctly.
• Keep the warehouse and work areas clean, tidy, and well organised to maintain a safe working environment.
• Work collaboratively with customers, drivers, and internal teams, participating in team meetings and supporting warehouse operations as required.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

B+E entitlement

Warehouse experience

Loading & manual handling

Inventory records

Health & safety

Communication

Organization

Independent work

Proactive & flexible

Physical fitness

Job description

We are seeking a reliable and proactive Stores Person to support the efficient operation of our warehouse and inventory functions. In this role, you will be responsible for receiving, storing, picking, packing, and dispatching stock, while maintaining accurate inventory records and supporting general stock control activities. You will help ensure materials and equipment are handled safely, stored correctly, and readily available to meet operational requirements. As required, you will also undertake delivery and collection duties, transporting stock and materials to and from field locations.

The role involves regular interaction with customers, staff and IGL employees across various departments, so strong communication skills, a customer-focused approach, and the ability to build positive working relationships are essential. This is a hands-on position suited to an organised individual who takes pride in maintaining high standards of service, accuracy, and workplace safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely load, transport, and deliver materials to customer and construction sites in compliance with all road traffic legislation and company procedures.
• Collect returns, surplus materials, and equipment from sites, ensuring accurate records and documentation are maintained.
• Verify deliveries and collections to ensure orders are complete, accurate, and meet customer requirements.
• Photograph delivered and collected materials as required and maintain clear records using company systems, paperwork, and applications.
• Conduct daily vehicle and trailer inspections, reporting any faults, damage, or maintenance requirements promptly.
• Maintain vehicles, trailers, and warehouse equipment in a clean, safe, and serviceable condition.
• Adhere to all site-specific regulations, health and safety requirements, and company policies at all times.
• Receive, store, pick, pack, and dispatch stock accurately and efficiently to support operational requirements.
• Maintain accurate stock records, monitor inventory levels, and report stock discrepancies or shortages.
• Ensure warehouse stock locations are organised and materials are stored safely and correctly.
• Keep the warehouse and work areas clean, tidy, and well organised to maintain a safe working environment.
• Work collaboratively with customers, drivers, and internal teams, participating in team meetings and supporting warehouse operations as required.

What you’ll need:

• A valid full driving licence appropriate for the vehicle being driven.
• B+E entitlement on your driving licence (essential).
• Previous experience in a warehouse, stores, delivery, or logistics environment.
• Good understanding of safe loading, unloading, and manual handling practices.
• Ability to accurately pick, pack, and manage stock while maintaining inventory records.
• Strong awareness of health and safety requirements, including site and road safety regulations.
• Good communication and customer service skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers and colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail when completing deliveries, collections, and related documentation.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• A reliable, proactive, and flexible approach, with a willingness to support both driving and warehouse operations as required.
• Physical capability to undertake the manual aspects of the role, including lifting, loading, and moving materials.

What You’ll Get:

• Family-Friendly Leave: Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support, and up to 5 paid Carer’s Days.
• Financial Security: Auto-enrolment pension scheme with salary sacrifice options and Life Assurance cover.
• Health & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents.
• Lifestyle & Perks: Cycle to Work Scheme and access to My Premier Benefits, offering discounts, cashback, and vouchers.
• Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave entitlement, plus statutory holidays.
• Performance & Recognition: Annual salary review, Reward & Recognition Scheme, and Long Service Awards.
• Professional Development: Comprehensive on-the-job training, ongoing career development, and the opportunity to study towards an AAT Accountancy qualification.
• Inclusion & Belonging: Access to employee networks including Disability & Neurodiversity, Unity+, Women’s Network, and Parent & Carer Networking Groups.

At South Staffordshire Limited, inclusion matters. We have a wide range of employee networks which are employee-led communities that bring our people together, support different perspectives and create a strong sense of belonging. Our people are encouraged to get involved as members or allies.

We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including all genders, ethnicity, sexual orientations, and physical and neurodiverse abilities.

We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and encourage you to let us know how we can best support you throughout the recruitment process