The Stores Controller plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our engineering and production teams by managing all aspects of spare parts, tools, consumables, and chemical inventory.
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Working within a dynamic FMCG environment, youll take ownership of stock control, supplier management, and cost tracking, ensuring that critical spare parts and materials are always available when needed while maintaining tight cost control and compliance with safety standards.
This is a hands-on, detail-oriented role that requires strong organisation, communication, and commercial awareness.
As a Stores Controller your responsibilities include:
Conduct regular and accurate stock takes of engineering and production stores.
Maintain up-to-date stock records and ensure system accuracy for all spares, tools, and consumables.
Manage ordering, receipt, and tracking of spare parts, ensuring timely availability and minimal downtime.
Undertake monthly cost analysis of spares usage and spend against budget targets.
Proactively source and evaluate alternative suppliers or components to achieve cost savings and reliability improvements.
Conduct supplier audits to ensure quality, reliability, and compliance with company standards.
Perform pricing audits to verify value for money and consistency across suppliers.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with key suppliers and service partners.
Oversee chemical and additive stock control, ensuring correct storage, labelling, and usage.
Manage procurement of approved products in line with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Maintain up-to-date Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and ensure compliance with COSHH requirements.
Carry out tool audits to monitor condition, calibration, and availability of equipment.
Support Health & Safety assessments related to storage areas, chemicals, and handling procedures.
Ensure all stores activities align with company policies and relevant regulatory requirements.
Skills and Qualifications required for this Stores Controller role:
Mechanical qualification Desirable
Experience of working within an engineering department or around stock control in a warehouse environment
The benefits of this Stores Controller role:
23 days holiday plus bank holidays
Salary £30000 - £35000
Career progression for the right individual across the maintenance division
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