Stores Co-Ordinator in Ballymena

Since its formation in 1978, Moore Concrete Products Ltd has developed into a world class, quality focused, precast concrete manufacturer based outside Ballymena. The company is customer focused, ensuring the continued evolution of our extensive product range, designed to meet the requirements of civil infrastructure, agriculture and building customers across the UK and Ireland.

We are now recruiting for a full-time Stores Co‑Ordinator position. The Stores Co‑Ordinator will be responsible for overseeing the efficient management of all materials, tools, and inventory used in the precast concrete manufacturing process. This includes receipt, storage, issuance, and record‑keeping of raw materials (cement, aggregates, steel, admixtures) and consumables. The role ensures smooth operations through timely availability of materials while minimising wastage and controlling inventory costs. You will need a variety of technical, organisational and interpersonal skills.

This position will suit an experienced individual with experience within stores/ management, accuracy and organisational skills are the key to successfully managing a Store.

Hours of work:

Monday – Friday 08:00 – 17:00 (40hrs per week). Flexi time system allows hours to be worked between 7.30am and 6pm.

Job responsibilities:

• Maintaining accurate stock records for materials, tools, consumables, spare parts etc.
• Conduct regular counts and reconcile the physical stock with system records.
• Implement and follow Lean inventory control techniques to ensure there is as minimal material waste and loss as possible.
• Document and report any discrepancies within orders or goods that are damaged immediately.
• Verify incoming materials against purchase orders to ensure the specification, quantity and quality is correct.
• Organize and maintain the store area to ensure all items are accessible, and the environment is safe to work in- good housekeeping is mandatory.
• Monitor usage patterns to ensure optimal stock flow and reduce idle inventory.
• Maintain Kanban system to the factories.
• Communication across factories to forecast material needs and avoid shortages or delays.
• Maintain up-to-date records in ERP software.
• Comply with internal audit requirements and external regulatory standards (fire safety, environmental rules, etc.).
• Ensure safe handling, stacking, and movement of heavy or hazardous materials – comply to all Health and Safety Regulations.
• Supervise, train and evaluate store personnel to ensure efficient operations.
• Assign tasks and monitor the performance of storekeepers.
• Promote teamwork and accountability within the department.
• Hands on experience managing materials.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Familiarity with audits, documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Understanding of material handling safety – PPE usage and storage standards.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Proven ability to supervise a team/ lead a team.
• Knowledge of inventory control methods (safety stock, reorder levels etc)
• Excellent It Skills including Microsoft Office packages.
• Available to work flexibly in order to respond to business needs.
• Able to handle unexpected challenges like supply delays, urgent production needs or damaged materials.
• Ability to respond to issues that may arise with logic, speed and a level‑headed approach.
• 3-5 years’ experience in relevant discipline.
• Experience in manufacturing or construction environments.
• Understanding of how store operations impact costs, wastage, and project margins.