Senior Fleet Stores Officer — Parts & Inventory Lead

Lancashire County Council; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Preston is seeking a Senior Stores Officer to manage and order spare parts for its fleet of vehicles. The role involves liaising with suppliers, maintaining stock records, and supporting a dynamic stores team. Ideal candidates will be enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and open to learning in a fast-paced environment. This full-time position offers generous holiday and sick pay entitlements, a supportive workplace, and access to various employee benefits and discounts.

Benefits

26 days holiday increasing to 32

Paid bank holidays

Sick pay up to 6 months

Pension scheme

Salary sacrifice schemes

Corporate discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a vehicle maintenance or engineering stores environment preferred.
• Ability to learn new skills and adapt to changes.
• Capability to solve problems and find practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Ordering spare parts for council vehicles.
• Liaising with suppliers for quotes and order updates.
• Maintaining accurate records of stock.
• Handling account queries from various teams.

Skills

Openness to learn

Dynamic thinking

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Team spirit

Job description

A local government authority in Preston is seeking a Senior Stores Officer to manage and order spare parts for its fleet of vehicles. The role involves liaising with suppliers, maintaining stock records, and supporting a dynamic stores team. Ideal candidates will be enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and open to learning in a fast-paced environment. This full-time position offers generous holiday and sick pay entitlements, a supportive workplace, and access to various employee benefits and discounts.