Store Operative

£12.71 per hour
Monday-Friday | 9am-5pm

Location: Exeter EX15

Are you organised, hands‑on, and motivated by keeping operations running smoothly? We're looking for a proactive Store Operative/Manager to take ownership of a busy engineering stores environment. If you love improving processes, keeping stock in top condition, and being at the heart of a fast‑moving site, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

What You'll Be Doing

Running the day‑to‑day stores operation with confidence, efficiency, and strong 5S standards.
Maintaining high stock accuracy through smart monitoring, PI counts, and proactive replenishment.
Streamlining inventory - reducing waste, identifying obsolete items, and supporting product rationalisation.
Working closely with onsite teams, suppliers, and technical experts to resolve issues and keep operations moving.
Ensuring parts reach the right place at the right time to support production and minimise downtime.
Managing VMI and consignment stock, always looking for ways to improve processes and reduce cost.

What You'll Bring

Experience in stores, inventory, or supply chain management - ideally within engineering or manufacturing.
Excellent communication skills with confidence dealing with suppliers, internal teams, and customers.
Strong understanding of stock control, procurement, and supplier management.
A curious, analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving skills.
A passion for organisation, accuracy, and continuous improvement.If you're driven, detail‑focused, and ready to play a key role in a fast‑paced engineering environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take ownership of a stores operation you can truly make your own.

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