Strategic Materials & Spares Lead (Procurement & Inventory)

ARM; Woolwich; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

ARM in Woolwich, London is seeking a Materials & Stores Manager to oversee materials, stores and stock in a safety-critical engineering environment. You will ensure critical spares are available, manage procurement, stock control and budgets, and liaise with suppliers to meet maintenance needs.

The role requires experience in procurement or stores management, familiarity with Maximo or similar systems, and a strong focus on health and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, materials or stores management.
• Knowledge of stock control and planned maintenance systems, ideally Maximo or equivalent.
• Experience within a safety-critical engineering or operational environment.
• Transport, rail or marine engineering experience is desirable.
• Strong supplier management, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to prioritise procurement activity and work to tight deadlines.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements.
• Knowledge of vessel/boat operations and engineering principles would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day materials, stores and stock control.
• Procure spares, equipment and materials in line with maintenance requirements.
• Manage supplier performance, quality and delivery.
• Obtain quotations and negotiate competitive pricing.
• Maintain inventory and procurement records using Maximo or equivalent.
• Manage the engineering materials budget within delegated authority.
• Develop strategies for obsolete materials and replacement spares.
• Maintain COSHH records and support H&S compliance.
• Monitor recycling and environmental targets.
• Support engineering planning and safety meetings.
• Safely load/unload deliveries and operate relevant vehicles/equipment.

Skills

Procurement

Stock control

Supplier management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Health & Safety

Planning

Tools

Maximo

Job description

ARM in Woolwich, London is seeking a Materials & Stores Manager to oversee materials, stores and stock in a safety-critical engineering environment. You will ensure critical spares are available, manage procurement, stock control and budgets, and liaise with suppliers to meet maintenance needs.

The role requires experience in procurement or stores management, familiarity with Maximo or similar systems, and a strong focus on health and safety.