Stores Clerk

Milliken is a successful global business, recognised as an international leader in têxtile products and specialty chemicals. They have significant manufacturing facilities in USA, UK, Europe and Asia. Their sales offices, development laboratories, Research and Development and technical support centres extend Milliken’s presence throughout the world. With three sites in the UK, Bury, Wigan and Manchester, Milliken Industrial Ltd has built itself into a significant business with products that reach into many markets. Everywhere you look, you will find Milliken products in aspects of life and you will probably touch their products in a variety of ways almost every day. Their high-grade speciality fabrics which offer comfort and practicality whilst providing essential protection are used in military service, space and extreme environment exploration and many contact sports and tournaments. Their carpets and linens are found in many of the finest hotels and restaurants and their matting products are providing entrance doorway solutions in many commercial and public premises. Milliken firmly believes that ethical practices will continue to drive our success as a company, which is why we do more than talk about doing the right thing. The focus, commitment and actions Milliken take raises the bar for ethical standards and has earned us a place on Ethisphere Magazine's list of the "World's Most Ethical Companies" thirteen years in a row, including 2019. Just look around. You’ll see Milliken. Responsible for stock replenishment, stock control, checking prices and availability and accountability for parts removed and used and the implementation of a critical spares list. T he main purpose of this stores position is to ensure the requirement for the production line are met and levels of stock are stored accurately and efficiently whilst maintaining detailed records on an internal IT system. Performing stock checks will be a regular part of this position alongside liaising with the production and delivery teams across the business. **Duties include but are not limited to**: The monitoring of Stores and transactions including stock checks (critical spares, consumables, workwear etc) You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate and relevant stock levels and, where applicable, to source new products from new suppliers. The accurate booking and management of components in the stores using SAP system. Raising and progressing of purchase orders including goods receipting. Updating and maintaining internal records to ensure data held on the system is accurate and audit ready. Resolution of invoice queries in conjunction with the Finance Department Resolving discrepancies with suppliers Working with SAP system to process most Stores activities Organise transport & time schedules for shipments and deliveries Follow all relevant operation procedures and instructions so that work carried out a controlled and consistent manner As Stores Clerk, you will be responsible for ensuring items are easily located and for providing support for stock items and held stock onsite Housekeeping of the stores area to maintain a clean environment. Obtaining quotes from existing and new suppliers Undertake any other duties or activities reasonably requested in order to meet departmental or company goals. Experience Required Experience of working in a busy Stores environment Forklift Truck licence would be an advantage Use and experience of computerised stock control systems Understanding purchasing principles and practices and appreciation of the importance of procedural compliance. Understanding or organisational Health & Safety requirements and safe systems of work/operating procedures. Computer literate (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) Excellent communication skills are required at all levels both verbally and written. Ability to work without supervision and manage interaction with colleagues. Excellent organisational skills and effective team player. Experience working with ERP/stock control systems.