Stores Supervisor
Role: Stores Supervisor
Job Type: Permanent
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: £34,000 – £40,000
Working Hours: 42.5 hours per week
Location: Fareham
We are looking for an experienced Stores Supervisor with a passion for efficiency and leadership to join our team in a fast-paced environment.
THE ROLE
In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the smooth operation of our stores department. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dedicated team, drive cost efficiencies and implement best practices to support our business objectives. If you thrive in a hands-on role, we want to hear from you!
Responsible for the organisation and optimisation of the stores department within a fast-paced ship repair environment, this role includes ensuring the availability of critical materials and aligning stores with organisational objectives. You will be the main interface between stores and stores management helping us drive cost efficiencies and maintain high standards of safety, quality and compliance.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Be involved in the supervision of stores personnel and monitor inventory systems to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and timely availability of materials
- Analyse inventory trends and operational requirements to forecast future material needs
- Contribute to and implement policies and procedures for inventory management, and disposal of obsolete or damaged stock
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, especially in handling hazardous materials
- Report on inventory performance and departmental efficiency to the Stores Manager
- Identify and implement continuous improvements in systems and processes to enhance overall efficiency and reduce downtime
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Experience in stores or inventory management, ideally within the ship repair, maritime, or heavy industrial sectors
- Proficiency in ERP systems and inventory management software
- Strong knowledge of logistics, and materials handling best practices
- Familiarity with maritime industry materials and components (preferred)
- Advanced understanding of safety regulations and environmental standards
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
- Exceptional supervisory skills
- Structured planning and analytical thinking abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- High attention to detail and organisational abilities
- Problem-solving aptitude with a focus on continuous improvement
REQUIREMENTS:
- Please be aware that roles at Hythe Engineering require security clearance. Successful candidates must be able to meet the requirements to obtain, and maintain, appropriate security clearance to be considered for this position
BENEFITS:
- Contributory pension scheme
- Private medical insurance, including optical and dental
- 24/7 employee assistance program
- Life assurance scheme
- Competitive holiday allowance
Ready to submit your application?
If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply directly via our HR Portal by following this link: Apply for this role (Stores Supervisor)
NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES, PLEASE
About Us
Hythe Engineering is a trusted partner to some of the UK’s leading Defence, Renewable, and Nuclear contractors. We specialise in bespoke design and manufacturing solutions, with an emphasis on quality, safety, and technical excellence.