39.5 hours per weekMonday to Thursday - 07:30 - 16:00 and Friday - 07:30 - 15:30 £15.00 per hourFree Car parkingCheck your local transport links here:Plan Your Journey | Traveline- the destination you should input is Colchester, CO2 7UTJob DescriptionWe are currently recruiting for a Procurement & Stores Supervisor to join our team at Merville Barracks, Colchester, CO2 7UT. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced supervisor to lead a team supporting MOD Defence Accommodation Stores (DAS) furniture services within a busy operational environment.The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision of a team of 9, ensuring high standards of service delivery are maintained in line with contractual KPIs, service level agreements and MOD requirements. This role would suit someone with previous supervisory experience within warehousing, stores, procurement or soft FM services who is organised, customer focused and confident managing both people and processes.As Procurement Supervisor, you will oversee the provision, procurement and management of Defence Accommodation Stores furniture, including orthopaedic furniture, ensuring all operational and administrative processes are completed accurately and efficiently.You will work closely with both Sodexo and MOD teams, maintaining excellent working relationships while ensuring all services are delivered to the highest possible standard.What you'll do:Day-to-day supervision, support and task allocation for a team of 9 employeesEnsuring all operational tasks are completed in line with contractual KPIs, service level agreements and MOD standardsManaging DAS stores deliveries, collections and stock movements for Service Family AccommodationProcuring furniture and stores through MOD procurement systems including CP&F and Electronic Procurement Card (ePC)Managing and accounting for all DAS stores using AES systemsMonitoring stock levels and ensuring furniture availability and serviceability at all timesSupporting the management of orthopaedic furniture requests and provisionsCarrying out regular checks to ensure accuracy of stock, records and procurement processesManaging staff attendance, lateness, holidays and absences using KronosSupporting employee performance management, training and day-to-day guidance within the teamProducing and supporting MIS reporting, management information and monthly returnsManaging DAS budgets and assisting with monthly accrual expenditure reportingBuilding and maintaining positive working relationships with MOD personnel, customers and internal stakeholdersResponding to customer queries and resolving operational issues in a professional and timely mannerSupporting continuous improvement across operational processes and service deliveryEnsuring Health & Safety procedures are followed and maintaining a strong safety culture across the teamReporting accidents, incidents, near misses and unsafe behaviours in line with company proceduresSupporting the successful completion of internal and external auditsMaintaining professional standards and ensuring all company equipment is used and cared for correctlyProviding cover for other supervisory responsibilities during periods of absenceSupporting the wider operational team with any additional reasonable duties as required by managementWhat you bring:Previous supervisory experience within a warehouse, stores or soft FM environmentExperience managing teams, performance and attendanceGood communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organisational and administrative skillsGood working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and OutlookAbility to work independently and as part of a teamStrong attention to detail and ability to work to standards and proceduresCustomer service focused approachUnderstanding of Health & Safety in the workplaceDesirable:Previous experience in a similar procurement or stores supervisory roleIOSH Managing Safely or equivalent Health & Safety qualificationExperience managing client relationships within a warehouse or operational environmentExperience leading and developing teamsWhat we offer:On-the-job training with experienced professionalsFully funded apprenticeship qualificationsCareer development opportunities within SodexoA friendly and supportive work environmentWellbeing Support – Unlimited online resources, a free health app with 24/7 virtual GP, and an Employee Assistance Programme.Financial Benefits – Discounts for you and your family, salary finance support, retirement plan, and a death-in-service benefit.Career Growth – Apprenticeships, learning tools, and development opportunities.Work Perks – Cycle to Work Scheme, volunteering opportunities, flexible work, full training, and a protective uniform.Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications