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Filtronic
Filtronic is a leader in the design and manufacture of advanced RF, microwave and millimetre-wave technology. Our products support some of the world's most demanding Space, Aerospace, Defence and Telecommunications applications. As an award-winning, profitable UK technology company, we're continuing to invest in our people, facilities and future growth.
We're looking for an experienced Stores Supervisor to lead our Stores operation at our state-of-the-art headquarters on NETPark in Sedgefield, County Durham TS21 3FR.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and innovative business where you'll lead a dedicated team, drive continuous improvement and play a key role in supporting the manufacture and delivery of world-leading technology.
The Role
As Stores Supervisor, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of our Stores team, ensuring materials are received, stored, controlled, kitted and dispatched accurately and efficiently.
Working closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement and Finance, you'll ensure materials are available when needed while maintaining excellent stock accuracy and operational performance.
You'll also support international shipments, inter-site material movements and continuous improvement activities across the department.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead, motivate and develop the Stores team.
- Allocate workloads and ensure daily priorities are achieved.
- Drive continuous improvement across Stores operations.
- Monitor KPIs and identify opportunities to improve performance.
- Maintain accurate stock records within the ERP system.
- Manage cycle counts and investigate stock discrepancies.
- Oversee goods receipt, storage, kitting and despatch activities.
- Coordinate domestic and international shipments.
- Support export documentation and customs compliance.
- Work closely with colleagues across the business to ensure production requirements are met.
- Promote a safe, organised and efficient working environment.
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Requirements
You'll have experience supervising a warehouse or stores function and enjoy leading teams to deliver excellent operational performance. Experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment would be advantageous.
Essential
- Previous experience supervising a warehouse or stores team.
- Strong stock control and inventory management experience.
- Experience using ERP systems.
- Excellent organisational and planning skills.
- Strong communication and people management skills.
- A proactive approach to continuous improvement.
- Good understanding of, and positive attitude to warehouse health and safety.
- Must be eligible to meet UK Government Security Clearance vetting.
Desirable
- Experience supporting international shipments.
- Knowledge of customs processes and export documentation.
- Experience working within a manufacturing, engineering or similarly regulated environment.
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Benefits
Please call our Talent Partner, Bruce Mair on 07483 917543 if you would like to chat about this role or clarify the salary prior to investing your time applying.
Benefits include:
- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
- 37.5 hour working week
- 25 days' holiday plus public holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days
- Contributory pension scheme with up to 8% company contribution
- Life Assurance (4 x basic salary)
- Income Protection Insurance
- Save As You Earn (SAYE) share scheme
- Electric Vehicle (EV) scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Volunteering day
- Learning and development opportunities
- Employee referral bonus
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free onsite parking
Please note that some of the above benefits become available upon successfully completing your probationary period. Filtronic plc is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability status. If you require any adjustments or accommodations to support you during the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to assist.
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