Opportunity Overview: Stores & Inventory Specialist (Night Shift)
Are you an organised and detail-oriented individual with a passion for ensuring operational efficiency? RS Integrated Supply is seeking a dedicated Stores & Inventory Specialist to join their team in Solihull. This role offers a unique opportunity to be a key player in maintaining high standards and ensuring product availability for a vital client, contributing directly to their operational success.
This position operates on a Thursday to Sunday, 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM schedule. If you thrive in a night-shift environment and are looking for a role with clear responsibilities and tangible impact, this could be your next career move.
What the Role Entails:
As a front-facing representative, you will be instrumental in managing client stores and ensuring the seamless flow of essential products. Your responsibilities will include:
- Client-Centric Service: Consistently delivering exceptional customer service and fostering professional relationships with the client.
- Stock Management: Issuing stock products, sourcing and making available supplier catalogues and product reference materials.
- Order Fulfilment: Expediting outstanding purchase orders promptly and releasing back-ordered products for timely delivery.
- Inventory Accuracy: Accurately recording delivered goods into the stock control system, completing stock deliveries within one working day of receipt, and conducting rotational stock checks.
- Product Lifecycle Support: Recording stock locations for new products and managing stock adjustments.
- Operational Excellence: Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and attending site meetings to address any store-related issues.
- Documentation: Ensuring approved documentation is accurately completed and authorised.
Why This Role is a Great Career Stepping Stone:
This position offers significant advantages for candidates looking to build a career in supply chain and inventory management:
- Hands-On Experience: You'll gain practical, in-depth experience in all facets of stores and inventory management, from receiving and issuing to stock control and optimisation.
- Client Interaction: This role provides direct exposure to client relationships, developing your ability to communicate effectively and manage expectations within a business-to-business environment.
- Operational Impact: Your meticulous work will directly contribute to client savings and operational efficiency, giving you a clear understanding of your value to the business.
- Fast-Paced Environment: The opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced setting will hone your responsiveness and ability to act efficiently and effectively.
- Skill Development: This role is ideal for developing strong problem-solving skills, a keen attention to detail, exceptional customer service, and robust organisational and communication abilities.
- Structured Operations: RS Integrated Supply is a leading global provider, meaning you'll be working within established processes and leveraging industry-leading digital platforms.
Key Considerations for Candidates:
To excel in this role and make the most of this opportunity, consider the following:
- Night Shift Adaptability: The consistent night shift schedule (Thursday-Sunday, 8 PM-6 AM) requires a commitment to this specific working pattern. Assess your ability to thrive and maintain peak performance during these hours.
- Proactive Approach: While the role involves clear responsibilities, a proactive mindset will be crucial for identifying potential issues and implementing solutions before they impact operations.
- Teamwork and Independence: You will be part of a team and also expected to work independently. Developing both collaborative and self-sufficient working habits will be beneficial.
- Attention to Detail: The accuracy of inventory records and the efficiency of stock management are paramount. A meticulous approach and a high level of accuracy are non-negotiable.
- Career Growth Potential: For those interested in pursuing careers in procurement, logistics, supply chain management, or operations, this role provides a solid foundation of core skills and industry knowledge.
RS Integrated Supply is committed to its values of "We are one team. We deliver brilliantly. We do the right thing. We make every day better." If these resonate with you and you're ready to contribute to a leading global provider, this role offers a rewarding path for professional development.