Stores & Inventory Supervisor

ERIKS Group; Inverness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial supply company is seeking a Stores Manager in Inverness to manage stores operations and ensure safety compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong inventory management skills and a customer service focus. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered, including well-being support and 25 days’ annual leave.

Benefits

25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering best in class stores management principles.
• General knowledge of stores operations & inventory management.
• Proven ability to resolve issues like inventory discrepancies efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily Health and Safety inspections & complete Safety Report Cards.
• Manage the Engineering Stores to ERIKS standard & 5S principles.
• Create and deliver a stores and inventory management plan for Continuous Improvement.

Skills

Stores management principles

Inventory management systems

Microsoft Office Systems (Excel)

Customer service excellence

Problem Solving

Planning and organisational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Job description

Join ERIKS UK&I OnSite Division… Powering Industry from the Inside Out…At ERIKS UK&I, our OnSite teams are based directly on-site with our customers, playing a critical role in managing and optimising the industrial supply chain. We ensure the right engineering components, MRO products, and services are always on hand, helping reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and keep industry running smoothly.We’re not engineers on the tools, we’re trusted supply chain experts who support operational success from within. Our presence on-site allows us to build strong, trusted partnerships and deliver tailored, data-driven solutions that add value where it matters most — at the heart of our customers' operations! If you enjoy solving problems, working in an inclusive team environment and making a meaningful impact, you’ll find your place with us, because we believe diverse perspectives help us build better solutions, together.**Location:** Inverness**About the Role:*** Conduct daily Health and Safety inspections & completing Safety Report Cards to resolve hazards, near misses and capture safety successes to ensure the safety of both ERIKS and the Customer* Responsible for ensuring that the Engineering stores is operating to the ERIKS standard as defined in The Playbook’s Inventory Management and Stores Management Obligations.* Management of the Engineering Stores to 5S principles* Creation and delivery of a stores and inventory management plan which demonstrates ERIKS commitment to Continuous Improvement at our Customer Premises* Introduce robust inventory control processes to enable inventory accuracy & availability & promoting adherence to booking out principles through detailed stores inductions for every customer stores user* Creation and management of PI count plans to include investigation and reporting of stock outs/discrepancies. Making clear recommendations to the customer to improve stock accuracy measures based on findings.* Optimisation of inventory including ensuring min max reviews are completed twice annually & redundant inventory identification & management* Responsible for creation and management of the plan to manage critical parts as defined by the customer* Deputise for Customer Operations Manager through any periods of absence**Key Skills, Experience & Requirements:*** Understanding and experience in delivering best in class stores management principles* General knowledge of stores operations & inventory management systems and principles* Evidence of competent use of Microsoft Office Systems (Excel) to analyse multiple data sources to aid inventory management planning* Strong management experience in delivering customer service excellence through a team* Problem Solving – able to quickly identify and resolve issues such as inventory discrepancies or unexpected shortages, ensuring minimal disruption to operations and develop solutions to prevent recurrence following strong root cause analysis* Strong planning and organisational skills- must be able to develop detailed and methodical improvement plans in line with ERIKS procedures and deliver on actions* Ability to plan appropriately to deliver Continuous Improvement Initiatives* Customer focused with the desire to deliver an outstanding customer experience* Attention to detail* Ability to communicate effectively**Working Hours:**Mon - Fri: 08:00 - 16:30Total Hours: 40Breaks: 30 minsAlongside a competitive salary, our benefits package is designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life beyond work:**Time Off That Works for You*** 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays* Option to buy up to 5 extra days* 1 paid wellbeing day per year**Health & Wellbeing*** Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 emotional, financial, and legal support* Virtual GP access, counselling, nutrition & fitness coaching, physiotherapy* Medical second opinions, lifestyle coaching, and wellness discounts**Security & Support*** Company sick pay from day one* Contributory pension scheme* Group income protection *(after qualifying period)** Life assurance**Extra Perks*** Cycle to Work scheme* Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave* Fertility leave and support# # With 170 sites across the UK and Ireland, you’re never far from a supportive, inclusive team. From shop floors through to strategic roles, your skills make a difference wherever you are.We’re proud of our engineering heritage, but our impact goes far beyond the workshop. We deliver innovative solutions and technical expertise to keep industry moving forward.We’re building a culture where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. Diversity, inclusion and belonging aren’t just words, they’re central to who we are and how we grow. If you're looking for purpose, opportunity, and a place to belong, you’ll find it here.Let’s build something remarkable together.ERIKS is an Equal Opportunities Employer.**Our people.**From helping companies cut their CO2 emissions, to keeping global food manufacturers moving at pace, our people are proud to partner with our customers to make a real difference.It's the inner workings of making industry work better. You might see just valves or O-rings but to us, they're so much more than that. We turn them into solutions that help our customers power the world. Whatever your role here, you play an important part in making exceptional things happen every day by bringing your hard work, commitment, and accountability.If you're passionate about solving complex customer challenges, then ERIKS is the right place for you.Because here, **everyone has the chance to make remarkable a reality.**