Stores Controller in Buckie

Stores Controller in Buckie

Buckie Full-Time 30000 - 40000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Astute Technical Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage inventory and ensure smooth operations in a renewable energy environment.
  • Company: Join a leading innovator in renewable energy production.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and career growth opportunities.
  • Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on health and safety.
  • Why this job: Make a difference in the renewable energy sector while developing your skills.
  • Qualifications: Experience in warehouse or inventory roles; strong computer skills.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 Β£ per year.

Astute's Renewables team is partnering with a leading innovator in renewable energy production, specialising in biogas plants, to recruit a Stores Controller for their site in Buckie, Scotland and support across additional sites within their portfolio when needed. The Stores Controller role comes with a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a chance to join a leading business within the renewable energy sector.

If you have experience working in a warehouse/stores/inventory role, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Stores Controller role

Reporting to the Management team, you will:

  • Control all outgoing items and ensuring these are recorded against CMMS movements / PPMs (Planned Preventive Maintenance).
  • Record deliveries through the ready-to-receipt system and ensure integration with relevant systems.
  • Conduct daily stock checks of selected areas using CMMS inventory reports.
  • Conduct regular cycle counts and periodic full stock audits to ensure inventory accuracy.
  • Maintain and organise critical spare parts inventory ensuring key equipment spares are available to support operational uptime.
  • Raise stock replenishment requests when minimum levels are reached.
  • Track outstanding orders and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of critical parts.
  • Implement Kanban replenishment systems for commonly used consumables and fast-moving parts to ensure continuous availability while minimising excess stock.
  • Control LOLER equipment, ensuring sign-out / sign-in procedures are adhered to.
  • Be responsible for COSHH materials within the stores area, ensuring safe storage and compliance with standards.
  • Maintain stores organisation using 5S principles, ensuring clear labelling, location control and efficient retrieval of materials.
  • Coordinate movement of parts between Northern sites to optimise availability and reduce duplicate stock holdings.
  • Other duties as required.
Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • COSHH awareness is desired
  • IOSH is desired
  • Counterbalance or reach truck is desired
Personal skills

The Stores Controller role would suit someone who is:

  • Strong computer and Microsoft skills
  • Experience in stores/warehouse/inventory role
  • Understanding of inventory control concepts (Reorder points, safe stock levels)
  • Strong Housekeeping standards
  • Strong Health and Safety awareness
  • Able to identify engineering spare parts and understand their purpose
  • Experience of CMMS system
Salary and benefits of the Store Controller role

Competitive salary depending on experience. Comprehensive benefits package. Chance to join a leading business in the renewable energy sector.

Stores Controller in Buckie employer: Astute Technical Recruitment

Astute is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the thriving renewable energy sector. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, employees are encouraged to grow professionally while contributing to innovative biogas solutions. The supportive culture fosters teamwork and prioritises health and safety, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in Buckie, Scotland.

Astute Technical Recruitment

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Astute Technical Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Stores Controller in Buckie

Inventory Control
CMMS System Experience
Stock Management
Health and Safety Awareness
COSHH Compliance
5S Principles
Microsoft Office Skills