Reed Business Support is seeking a dedicated Stores Manager to oversee the general operations and personnel within the Main Stores and a small Electrical Assembly for our client based in Rochester. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for maintaining high standards in store management and operations.
Stores Manager day-to-day of the role: *Supervise the stores team to ensure an efficient and accurate booking in/out and operational process, maintaining high accuracy of stock vs system count.
*Define and enforce the goods in process, checking stock and quantities against the purchase order.
*Conduct incoming quality control by checking the quality of delivered items and reporting to the Buyer as required.
*Communicate with suppliers and couriers to address any potential issues or enquiries.
*Process data entry using company CRMs such as Pegasus Opera and Salesforce.
*Maintain and report against a set of operational KPI targets aiming for continual improvement.
*Ensure all items are stored properly to maintain control of item quality and safety.
*Maintain optimum stock levels and ensure settings are correct in the stock management system.
*Complete stock takes, cycle counts, and valuations within main stores.
*Coordinate with Purchasing, Accounts, and Manufacturing Departments.
*Supervise electrical assembly operations, including planning and process development.
*Ensure that manufactured part stock levels are correct and provided on time to target dates.
*Maintain an organised and tidy store, ensuring health and safety standards are upheld at all times.
*Manage staff absences and annual leave to ensure continuous service provision.
*Perform all usual supervisory duties including absence management and annual reviews.
*Undertake any other duties as requested and relevant to the role.
Stores Manager required Skills & Qualifications: *Physically fit with energy, passion, and alignment with our company values.
*Highly organised, detailed, and methodical approach.
*Strong emphasis on health and safety.
*Proven ability to manage a team effectively.
*Excellent communication skills across departments.
*Positive and proactive approach.
*Desirable: Experience using Pegasus Opera/CRM systems.
*Desirable: Previous manufacturing store management experience with demonstrable improvement achievements.
*Previous experience working with a Barcoding system.
*Strong problem-solving skills.
*Excellent ability to organise time and prioritise workload with minimal supervision.
*IT literate: proficient in MS Office and database operation.
Stores Manager benefits: *Competitive salary of £35,000 per year.
*Work schedule: Monday to Friday.
*Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.
If you are able to demonstrate the relevant experience obtained from a similar Stores Manager position, can easily commute to the clients office in Rochester alongside travel to other sites across Kent. Please apply for the Stores Manager position, submit your CV.