Job Description

8:00am - 17:00pm / Monday to Friday
34,000 per annum
Ashbourne
Above National Minimum Wage, Day shift, Full Time, Monday to Friday, Permanent
Industrial
Search Area: Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Job Title: Stores Manager
Location: Ashbourne
Hours: 8:00am - 17:00pm / Monday to Friday
Salary: 34,000 per annum
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Stores Manager to take ownership of a busy engineering stores. The role is key to ensuring stock is well-controlled, available when required, and efficiently managed to support multiple engineering teams including installation, refrigeration, breakdown, and service.
This is a hands-on position suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem solving, and takes pride in running an efficient stores operation.
Key Responsibilities

• Stock Control & Supplier Management
• Maintain accurate stock levels of engineering parts, consumables, and equipment.
• Oversee ordering, goods-in, and issuing of stock to engineers.
• Carry out monthly stock takes and investigate discrepancies.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers to secure best pricing, lead times, and part availability.
• Manage warranty claims, returns, and faulty goods.
• Keep the stores clean, safe, and well-organised.
• Implement clear systems for labelling, storage, and retrieval.
• Develop robust processes for issuing and returning parts.
• Support the rollout and ongoing use of Simpro.
• Supporting the Team.
• Work closely with engineers to ensure they have the right parts when needed.
• Assist finance with invoice matching, supplier queries, and cost tracking.
• Ensure safe working practices when handling chemicals and heavy goods.
• Maintain up-to-date COSHH records for hazardous materials.
• Provide weekly and monthly reports on stock usage, spend, and availability.
• Monitor slow-moving or obsolete stock and recommend improvements.
• Track KPIs including stock accuracy and cost efficiency.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a stores, warehouse, or stock control role (engineering, agriculture, or manufacturing is desirable).
• Strong IT skills, with the ability to learn stock systems quickly (Simpro/Xero experience is an advantage).
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong supplier negotiation skills.
• Forklift licence - desirable but not essential.

To apply:

• Call Dana on 0333 9966 988
• Email your CV to apply@essentialrecruitment.co.uk

This vacancy is being advertised by Essential Recruitment - an Employment Agency.
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