Stores Supervisor

The Stores Supervisor will lead a team of logistics operatives, ensuring all stock is accurately located, recorded, and managed. This role is central to maintaining operational efficiency and supporting the wider logistics strategy. The successful candidate will also deputise for the Logistics Manager during periods of absence and play a vital role in promoting a culture of excellence, safety, and teamwork.

Robert Walters is proud to be partnering with a leading manufacturing business in the West Midlands to recruit a Stores Supervisor. This is a key leadership role within the logistics function, responsible for overseeing inventory control operations and driving continuous improvement across stock management processes.

The Stores Supervisor will lead a team of logistics operatives, ensuring all stock is accurately located, recorded, and managed. This role is central to maintaining operational efficiency and supporting the wider logistics strategy. The successful candidate will also deputise for the Logistics Manager during periods of absence and play a vital role in promoting a culture of excellence, safety, and teamwork.

• Leadership & Communication:

  • Conduct daily team briefings and communicate performance targets.
  • Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
  • Escalate operational issues appropriately.

• Safety & Compliance:

  • Ensure adherence to company policies and legal requirements.
  • Collaborate with H&S teams to reduce risks and maintain a safe working environment.
  • Lead investigations into incidents and enforce safety protocols.

• Inventory & Quality Control:

  • Oversee stock accuracy across all locations.
  • Investigate discrepancies and ensure timely resolution.
  • Liaise with purchasing teams regarding stock levels and early deliveries.

• Operational Efficiency:

  • Monitor productivity and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Implement lean practices and eliminate waste.
  • Ensure stock availability to meet dispatch requirements.

• People Management:

  • Manage team performance using SQCDP measures.
  • Recognise high performance and coach underperformance.
  • Support training and development plans aligned with business needs.

• Proven experience in logistics or inventory control within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Kaizen, 5S).
• Comfortable working with ERP systems and visual management tools.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated logistics professional to step into a leadership role with a forward-thinking business. If you're passionate about driving operational excellence and leading high-performing teams, we'd love to hear from you.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates