Stores Supervisor

Job Title: Stores & Logistics Supervisor

Department: Stores

Location: Altrincham - UK

Reports to: Operations Manager

Job Summary

The Stores & Logistics Supervisor is responsible for the control and management of all materials, components, logistics, and shipping activities within the Part-145 approved MRO facility. The role ensures that parts, materials, and equipment are properly received, stored, controlled, and issued in full compliance with Part-145 regulations, company procedures, and airworthiness requirements. This position plays a critical role in supporting efficient workshop operations while maintaining strict regulatory and traceability standards.

Key Responsibilities Stores Operations

• Supervise daily stores operations including goods receipt, inspection, storage, and issue of materials and components.
• Ensure correct handling and storage of aircraft wheels, brakes, and associated components.
• Maintain accurate stock records and inventory control systems.
• Ensure parts and materials are correctly identified and traceable.
• Control shelf life items and ensure timely monitoring and removal of expired materials.
• Manage quarantine and segregation of unserviceable or rejected parts.

Logistics & Shipping

• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics activities.
• Ensure components are packaged, preserved, and shipped in accordance with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate transportation with logistics providers and customers.
• Prepare shipping documentation and ensure export/import compliance where applicable.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with Part-145 requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Company MOE procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Airworthiness certification and documentation requirements.
• Ensure certification paperwork (EASA Form 1 / equivalent) accompanies components as required.
• Support internal and external audits.

Inventory & Control

• Maintain stock accuracy and conduct regular cycle counts.
• Monitor stock levels and support purchasing planning.

Team Supervision

• Supervise stores and logistics personnel.
• Allocate tasks and monitor workload.
• Ensure staff training and competency standards are maintained.
• Promote safe working practices within stores operations.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Experience in stores or logistics.
• Experience using inventory or ERP systems.
• Experience supervising staff preferred.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work accurately in a regulated environment.

Desirable Experience

• Forklift or warehouse handling certification.

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Organisational discipline
• Leadership and teamwork
• Compliance awareness
• Problem-solving
• Time management