Head of Stores

The Role:

The Head Stores will be responsible for managing the day to day running of Stores ensuring optimal efficiencies. Driving continuous improvement within Stores, you will be responsible for the implementation of new processes to improve kitting efficiencies and stock control. You will aid the production process by ensuring that they receive parts in a timely manner to ensure continuous workflow. You will be responsible for the training, development and supervision of the Stores team.

Responsibilities:

• Use stock management system to ensure store levels are accurate and adequately maintained,
• Drive continuous improvement within Stores to ensure better traceability of stock,
• Responsible for implementation of new processes to improve kitting efficiencies and stock control,
• Train, manage and lead the Stores employees,
• Prepare kits for both internal use and nationwide export within allocated timeframes,
• Ensure that Health & Safety requirements are met, escalating issues/areas of concern to the appropriate manager,
• Forecast supply and demand to obtain information necessary for the continuity of supply chain alongside Procurement Officer,
• Review all stock loss or damages within remit and report to Procurement Officer,
• Liaise with Production Manager to ensure job cards are completed as per production schedule,
• Review and process material request (MR) forms and liaise accordingly with Procurement Officer when required,
• Work with Engineering team to review all non-conformance reports (NCR) relating to BOM/Kitting,
• Produce weekly KPI's and reports and the management of the achievement of Stores KPI's.

The Ideal Candidate:

• At least 3 years relevant experience within the engineering/manufacturing industry,
• At least 2 years experience managing/supervising a team in a stores, warehousing or similar manufacturing environment.
• Excellent decision making skills,
• Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail,
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal,
• Posses a can-do, positive attitude,
• Proficient IT user, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Working knowledge of stock managment systems.
• Full driving licence.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary DOE,
• Private healthcare Cover,
• Social events.