Stores Controller

Stores Controller Location: Irvine Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 The Opportunity We're looking for someone to take full ownership of a busy service stores function, operating almost like you're running your own mini business. You'll be responsible for the flow of parts and equipment supporting a field engineering team, ensuring everything runs efficiently, accurately, and proactively. This role requires someone who can spot problems, fix them, and continuously improve processes‑not just follow them. The Role Take responsibility for incoming and outgoing service stock, ensuring accuracy and availability Manage stock control, storage, and organisation, making best use of space and location systems Monitor and manage hire/loan stock, ensuring timely returns or invoicing Handle parts identification and ordering in support of engineering teams Fulfil service and sales orders efficiently Maintain accurate records and systems (CRM/stock management) Work closely with engineers, logistics, and internal teams to keep operations running smoothly What We're Looking For A hands‑on, self‑sufficient individual who takes ownership Experience in a manager, supervisor, or controller‑level role Proven ability to: Improve processes Reorganise and streamline operations Identify and resolve issues proactively Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Confident working independently without close supervision This role will not suit someone who has only worked as an operative or storesperson following set processes. Backgrounds of Interest Trade counters / wholesalers (e.g. tool or builders merchants) Automotive or parts distribution Engineering or spare parts environments Any role involving stock ownership, control, and process improvement Why Apply? Real autonomy - run your own function Opportunity to shape and improve processes Work closely with engineering teams in a technical environment Be part of a growing, supportive business where your input is valued If you're someone who takes pride in running an efficient operation, improving how things are done, and making a tangible impact day‑to‑day, this is a great opportunity to step into a role with real ownership. #J-18808-Ljbffr