Stores Operative

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.