Stores Supervisor

Luxe Recruitment; Braintree; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Luxe Recruitment is assisting a growing client in the United Kingdom to recruit a proactive Stores Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day stores and warehouse operations, including stock control, goods in/out, and assembly of specialist products.

The successful candidate will have excellent organisational skills and be confident using hand tools to assemble products to a high standard, contributing to a tidy, safe stores environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Stores or Warehouse Supervisor role.
• Experience assembling or manufacturing products.
• Confident with a range of hand tools.
• Strong stock control and inventory management experience.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Good computer skills with stock control or ERP systems.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work independently.
• Good communication and team-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operation of the stores department to maintain efficiency and accuracy.
• Receive, inspect and book in deliveries from suppliers.
• Organise and maintain stock locations for a safe, clean warehouse.
• Pick, pack and dispatch customer orders on time.
• Carry out regular stock checks and annual stock takes.
• Maintain accurate stock records using the inventory system.
• Assemble and manufacture products per specifications and quality standards.
• Use hand tools and workshop equipment safely.
• Inspect assembled products for quality before dispatch.
• Liaise with purchasing, production and sales on stock availability.
• Monitor stock levels and highlight replenishment needs.
• Ensure health and safety procedures in stores and workshop.
• Support continuous improvement of stores processes and workflow.
• Train and support other stores team members as required.

Skills

Stores supervision

Warehouse supervision

Stock control

Hand tools

Inventory management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive and hands‑on Stores Supervisor to oversee the day‑to‑day running of their stores and warehouse operation. This is a varied role combining stock control, goods in/out and the assembly and manufacture of specialist products.

The successful candidate will have excellent organisational skills, a strong attention to detail and be confident using hand tools to assemble products to a high standard. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys a practical role and takes pride in maintaining an efficient and well‑organised stores environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise the daily operation of the stores department, ensuring work is completed efficiently and accurately.

• Receive, inspect and book in deliveries from suppliers.

• Organise and maintain stock locations to ensure a clean, safe and efficient warehouse.

• Pick, pack and dispatch customer orders accurately and on time.

• Carry out regular stock checks and annual stock takes.

• Maintain accurate stock records using the company's inventory system.

• Assemble and manufacture products in accordance with company specifications and quality standards.

• Use a variety of hand tools and workshop equipment safely and effectively.

• Inspect assembled products to ensure they meet quality requirements before dispatch.

• Liaise with purchasing, production and sales teams regarding stock availability and customer orders.

• Monitor stock levels and highlight replenishment requirements.

• Ensure all Health & Safety procedures are followed within the stores and workshop areas.

• Support continuous improvement of stores processes and workflow.

• Train and support other members of the stores team where required.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Previous experience within a Stores Supervisor, Warehouse Supervisor or similar role.

• Experience assembling or manufacturing products.

• Confident using a range of hand tools.

• Strong stock control and inventory management experience.

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Good computer skills with experience using stock control or systems

• Ability to prioritise workload and work independently.

• Good communication skills and a positive, team‑focused attitude.

Desirable

• Experience within a manufacturing, engineering or industrial environment.

• Experience with continuous improvement or lean manufacturing practices.

Personal Attributes

• Hands‑on and practical approach.

• Reliable and dependable.

• Quality focused with excellent attention to detail.

• Strong problem‑solving skills.

• Flexible and willing to support different areas of the business when required.

What We Offer

• Monday to Thursday: 8:30am - 5:00pm

• Friday: 8:30am - 3:00pm (early finish)

• Opportunity to join a growing and supportive business.