Stores & Purchasing Coordinator.

Escape Recruitment are recruiting for a Stores & Purchasing Coordinator to join a growing manufacturing business.

This is a varied, hands-on role combining stores management, stock control, purchasing and expediting activities. You'll play a key role in ensuring materials and consumables are available to support production while maintaining accurate inventory records and efficient stores operations.

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the engineering stores
• Process goods inwards and goods outwards activities
• Maintain stock accuracy through cycle counting and stock control activities
• Support production through effective materials management and production kitting
• Place purchase orders for MRO items, consumables, tools and PPE
• Expedite supplier deliveries and follow up on outstanding orders
• Liaise with suppliers regarding availability, lead times and delivery schedules
• Monitor stock levels and support replenishment activities
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and support 5S initiatives
• Operate forklift trucks safely to move materials and goods around site

• Previous experience within a manufacturing, engineering or production environment
• Experience in stores, inventory, materials or warehouse operations
• Exposure to purchasing, expediting or procurement support activities
• Strong stock control and cycle counting experience
• Good communication skills with the ability to build relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Comfortable using ERP, MRP or inventory management systems
• Forklift Truck Licence (Counterbalance) preferred
• Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to join a growing manufacturing business
• Varied role spanning stores, inventory and purchasing activities
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for development

Interested? Apply today to find out more.