Engineering Stores Stock Controller

August 20, 2024

MANOR FARM

Shercock

FULL TIME

Job Objective
We are seeking a highly organized Storeman to undertake the day to day running of our Engineering Stores. This role is key to the smooth functioning of our operations. As a member of the Engineering team, you will support the business by providing oversight and ensuring parts are in stock and available to minimise downtime on our production floor.You will work with the Engineering Stores & Procurement Manager, Site Engineering Manager and Engineering team to make this happen.
Duties and Responsibilities

Maintaining a clean and tidy stores / general warehouse duties
Receiving of parts which includes verifying accuracy & quality of parts received, receipt of goods and safe storage of incoming parts in their appropriate store locations
Checking for damaged or missing items on deliveries
Return & tracking of damaged deliveries to suppliers for replacement
Return & tracking of failed parts under warranty to suppliers for warranty replacement
Processing of requests for parts & ordering of parts with suppliers from quotations received
Recording, sending and tracking the return of damaged parts to sent away for repair
Conduct daily cycle counting/stock takes & maintain accurate records of parts held in stores
Maintaining correct stock levels using part history and Min/Max levels to ensure correct stock quantities are ordered
Tracking critical/urgent deliveries with suppliers
Identifying parts to correct specification & resourcing these parts from alternative suppliers to reduce costs
Achieve & record all savings made through resourcing and replenishment of stock
Responsible for maintaining accuracy throughout all processes
Ensure the stores are clear and any potential hazards are dealt with quickly and efficiently
Dealing with suppliers to place orders and query/resolve issues with any deliveries and invoices
Organise & optimize warehouse space to ensure safe & efficient storage of part

Compliance

Provide detailed information and facts to support important standards and measures.
Comply with all relevant company policies, procedures, and practices.
Comply with company reporting needs.
Behave in a manner that supports and demonstrates Company values (Challenge, Sense of Urgency & Openness)

Requirements
Experience

Have the ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team
Ensure all orders are placed and received in a timely manner
Must have a minimum of 2 years experience in a similar role
Experience using a CMMS system with knowledge of FIFO & Min/Max
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritise and work accurately and efficiently in a busy working environment
Strong computer skills
Energy and enthusiasm
High attention to detail
Excellent written & verbal skills
Physically fit and capable of lifting & moving heavy objects
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Flexibility to work occasional overtime as needed

Educational Qualifications

Leaving Certificate
Forklift license is an advantage

Skills and Competencies
Competencies

Create a climate in which people want to do their best as part of a cohesive, cooperative group effort.
Promote a confident and positive can-do attitude through honesty and professionalism in all interactions.
Build and maintain relationships with others at all levels to develop mutually beneficial outcomes while using diplomacy, tact, and interpersonal skills to support others in reaching consensus.
Effectively convey information and expresses thoughts and facts in a manner that will constructively persuade, convince, and influence others.
Demonstrate effective use of listening and questioning skills while displaying openness to other people's ideas and thoughts.
Effectively, fairly, and transparently manages all people, financial, and business resources in line with company values, goals, policies, and procedures.
Demonstrate the ability to make informed, effective, and timely decisions in a manner that is both collaborative & empowering to staff and inclusive of internal and external customer needs.
Demonstrate the ability to understand and consider the Production Unit's long-term vision and objectives when carrying out and overseeing week-to-week unit/shift activities.
Possess the ability and desire to improve performance using creative, innovative, and quality-driven approaches.
Develop and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Communicate ideas and information in an engaging manner while working cooperatively with others building relationships within and outside of the organisation.

Key Skills

Ability to operate effectively in an agile and fast-moving environment
Proven expertise and track record in lean manufacturing, supply chain planning and forecasting
Possesses a strong understanding and application of forecasting principles, concepts, and practices in FMCG.
Exceptional analytics capability.
Can effectively communicate with technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong skills as a negotiator to reach consensus, alignment, and commitment with people.
Sound organisation and time management skills.