Storesperson

Location Richmond
Discipline: Engineering & Manufacturing
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Negotiable dependent on experience
Contact name: Annabel Mills

Contact email: annabel@sirecruitment.com
Job ref: 23922
Published: 13 days ago

​Our client, a well-established and growing manufacturing business, is looking to recruit a reliable and organised Storesperson to join their operations team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous stores, warehouse or manufacturing experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining accurate stock control. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring production has the materials it needs to operate efficiently while supporting the wider supply chain function.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Receive, inspect and accurately book in incoming goods against purchase orders and delivery documentation.

  • Maintain accurate stock records using the company's stock management system.

  • Carry out regular stock checks and investigate any discrepancies.

  • Monitor stock levels and highlight replenishment requirements.

  • Store materials safely and efficiently, ensuring all locations are clearly marked and labelled.

  • Operate FIFO/FEFO stock rotation procedures to minimise waste.

  • Issue materials, components and tools to production in line with approved requests.

  • Accurately cut bar stock, return surplus materials to stock and maintain detailed transaction records.

  • Record scrap, stock adjustments and material movements.

  • Prepare materials for despatch and support logistics activities where required.

  • Produce inventory reports and maintain accurate documentation for audit and compliance purposes.

  • Liaise with Production, Procurement, Quality and Accounts to ensure material availability and resolve any stock issues.

  • Support with contractor and supplier coordination when required.

  • Maintain high standards of housekeeping within the stores area.

  • Follow all health and safety procedures relating to material handling and storage.

  • Control and document recycling and waste disposal activities.

  • Ensure IT equipment is updated and maintained as required.

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Previous experience in a Storesperson, Storekeeper, Warehouse or Goods In role within a manufacturing environment.

  • Strong stock control and inventory management experience.

  • Excellent attention to detail with accurate record-keeping skills.

  • Comfortable using computerised stock management systems and Microsoft Office.

  • Good communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.

  • A proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement.

  • Reliable, punctual and able to work independently using initiative.

  • Forklift licence or experience operating material handling equipment would be advantageous, although not essential.

What's on Offer?

  • Competitive salary.

  • Permanent, full-time opportunity.

  • Stable role within a successful manufacturing business.

  • Supportive team environment.

  • Monday to Friday working hours with an early finish on Fridays.

  • Training and development opportunities.

Working Hours:

  • Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 12:00pm & 12:30pm – 4:30pm

  • Friday: 8:00am – 12:00pm & 12:30pm – 3:50pm

Breaks:

  • Morning break: 10:00am – 10:10am (Monday to Friday)

  • Afternoon break: 3:00pm – 3:10pm (Monday to Thursday)

If you have experience within stores, warehousing or inventory control and are looking for your next opportunity within manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.