Stores Administrator

Are you organised, service-minded, and passionate about keeping operations running smoothly? Do you enjoy working in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same? We are looking for a Stores Administrator to join our team at Workington Mill and play a vital role in supporting our production and engineering functions through efficient stores operations and excellent customer service.

Holmen Board and Paper is a Swedish company and part of the Holmen Group. The Workington Mill produces premium paperboard under the Incada brand, supplying customers across a wide range of industries worldwide. Since 2013, we have powered the mill almost entirely through fossil fuel‑free energy.

We value our people and our products highly. Today, around 360 employees work at our integrated pulp and paperboard mill, located on the edge of the beautiful Lake District in the north of England. Together, we are building a more sustainable future based on renewable resources, innovation, and strong teamwork.

As a Stores Administrator, you will be based within the Main Stores and play an important role in ensuring that materials, spare parts, and equipment are available to support both day‑to‑day operations and planned shutdown activities. You will maintain high standards of organisation, housekeeping, and customer service while contributing to the achievement of Holmen’s safety, engineering, and business objectives.

Working closely with colleagues across the site, you will help ensure efficient goods processing, accurate stock control, and effective communication with suppliers and internal customers.

• Issuing stock items and materials as required across the mill.
• Receiving, recording, and processing goods accurately within the stock control system.
• Maintaining excellent customer service and professional relationships with colleagues throughout the business.
• Sourcing supplier catalogues and product information when required.
• Expediting outstanding purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Managing and releasing back‑ordered items.
• Confirming deliveries promptly and accurately.
• Completing and maintaining authorised documentation and records.
• Processing stock deliveries within one working day of receipt.
• Carrying out regular cycle counts and stock checks.
• Creating and maintaining stock locations for new products.
• Investigating and recording stock adjustments.
• Maintaining high housekeeping standards within the stores environment.
• Participating in site meetings and following up on agreed actions.
• Supporting additional stores activities as required.

We are looking for someone who is organised, proactive, and enjoys working both independently and as part of a team. You take pride in maintaining high standards, communicate effectively with people at all levels, and are committed to delivering excellent service to your colleagues.

• A minimum of three GCSEs at Grade C (or equivalent experience).
• At least one year of experience within an engineering or process industry environment.
• The ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• A structured, organised, and tidy approach to work.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• A valid forklift truck licence.
• Previous experience working within stores operations.
• Relevant industry knowledge within manufacturing or process industries.
• Good IT skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office and IFS or similar business systems.

At Holmen, we believe our people are our greatest strength. We offer a supportive working environment where safety, sustainability, and personal development are at the heart of everything we do.

Our employees benefit from:

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• A contributory pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Health and wellbeing support initiatives.
• Opportunities for learning, development, and career progression.
• Occupational health services.
• Staff discounts and employee benefits programmes.
• A welcoming social club and regular employee events.
• Family‑friendly policies and procedures.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.