Stores Operative

Location: Braunstone

Stores person (FLT Licence Required)

Location:

Leicester, LE19

Salary:

£28,000 - £35,000 per annum (DOE)

Job Type:

Full-Time | Permanent

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday 8am until 5pm

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Stores person to join a busy and growing operation. This role is ideal for someone with strong warehouse and stock control experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining accurate inventory records.

The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring materials, stock and equipment are received, stored and issued efficiently while supporting the wider warehouse and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities

* Receiving, checking and booking in deliveries.

* Loading and unloading vehicles using Forklift Trucks.

* Maintaining accurate stock records and inventory levels.

* Picking and issuing parts, materials and consumables to internal departments.

* Carrying out regular stock counts and cycle counts.

* Investigating and resolving stock discrepancies.

* Ensuring all goods are stored safely and correctly.

* Updating stock movements using warehouse management systems and spreadsheets.

* Preparing materials for dispatch and arranging shipments where required.

* Maintaining a clean, organised and safe stores environment.

* Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the warehouse and stores function.

* Following all Health & Safety procedures and company policies.

Skills & Experience Required

* Previous experience working within a Stores person, Stock Controller, Warehouse Operative or Materials Controller role.

* Valid Counterbalance FLT licence.

* Experience using stock control or warehouse management systems.

* Good understanding of goods-in, goods-out and inventory processes.

* Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

* Good communication and organisational skills.

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

* Basic IT skills including Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

Desirable Experience

* Reach Truck licence.

* Experience with in manufacturing, engineering or logistics environments.

* Knowledge of inventory management and stock control procedures.

* Experience using ERP or warehouse management systems.

If you are an experienced Stores person with an FLT licence and are looking for a stable, long-term opportunity within a growing business, we would be keen to hear from you