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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