A smart and meaningful choice is an opportunity to join a sustainable, people‑focused business that supports a world‑class manufacturing operation in Workington Mill.
Future challenge
As a Stores Administrator you will be based within the Main Stores and will play an important role in ensuring that materials, spare parts and equipment are available to support day‑to‑day production and planned shutdown activities. You will maintain high standards of organisation, housekeeping and customer service while contributing to Holmen’s safety, engineering and business objectives.
Responsibilities
- 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.
To succeed in the role
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.
Qualifications
- 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.
Desired skills and experience
- 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.
Benefits
- 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.
- Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
- Staff discounts and employee benefits programmes.
- A welcoming social club and regular employee events.
- Family‑friendly policies and procedures.
