Stores Controller (Store/ Inventory) in Peterborough

Job Title

Stores Controller

Hours: 40 hours per week, core hours Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 5:00pm. Flexibility outside of these hours may be required to meet operational demands and business requirements.

Overview

The Stores Controller is responsible for the effective receipt, storage, control and distribution of parts, components and equipment. This role is essential in maintaining inventory accuracy, supporting operational efficiency, and ensuring excellent service to both internal and external customers.

Main Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect and book goods into stock accurately, ensuring all deliveries are checked against purchase orders and delivery documentation.
• Store and organise inventory safely and efficiently, maintaining high standards of stock control and housekeeping.
• Pick, pack and dispatch customer orders, workshop requirements and operational requests, ensuring delivery commitments are achieved.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through regular stock counts, audits and stock control processes.
• Investigate stock discrepancies and implement corrective actions where required.
• Process returns, including customer, supplier and warranty-related items, ensuring all associated administration is completed accurately.
• Maintain accurate system records, including goods receipt, stock movements, inventory adjustments and order processing.
• Support operational and service teams by ensuring parts and materials are available when required to minimise downtime.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of warehouse, stores and inventory management processes.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards and health and safety procedures at all times.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• Previous experience within a warehouse, stores or inventory control environment, ideally within manufacturing, engineering, automotive or industrial sectors.
• Valid Forklift Truck Licence.
• Strong customer service focus.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Capable of working effectively under pressure and managing competing priorities.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Experience with ERP systems is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask in a busy operational environment.

Benefits

• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days with length of service.
• Private healthcare fully funded by the company.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Critical illness cover and life assurance.
• Enhanced company sick pay scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), providing confidential wellbeing and support services.
• Free on-site parking.
• Complimentary refreshments available at work.
• Regular company social events and team activities throughout the year.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

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