Job title: Stores Manager
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £40,000.00
Location: Nelson, UK
Job published: 30-01-2026
Job ID: 66215
Contact name: Kyle Davies
Phone number: +441612505326
Contact email: kyle@optima-cs.com

Job Description

Stores Manager | £35,000–£40,000 | Nelson, Lancashire

Looking for a role where you’re trusted to run the show properly?

This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll manage the stores function for a busy manufacturing site. It’s ideal for someone who’s organised, calm under pressure and has a good eye for improving process without needing ten meetings to do it.

Here’s what you’ll be doing:

  • Overseeing all stores processes: goods in/out, stock control, inventory and part locations

  • Managing a team of two stores operatives day to day

  • Allocating stock to projects, keeping systems up to date and things moving

  • Working closely with procurement and ops to keep production on track

  • Jumping on the FLT when needed and getting involved where it counts

  • Supporting collections, deliveries and the general running of the department

What’s in it for you:

  • £35,000–£40,000 salary depending on experience

  • Full-time permanent role (39 hours/week, occasional overtime)

  • Autonomy to shape how the stores function operates

  • Chance to work with a long-standing local manufacturer with global clients

  • Modern control software (Progress Plus), clean workspace, and a solid team

You’ll need:

  • At least 3 years' experience in a stores management role

  • Confidence managing people and processes in a busy environment

  • Experience using stores or inventory software

  • A proactive, can-do attitude and a steady pair of hands

  • A full UK driving licence

Bonus if you’ve got your FLT licence – but training can be provided if you’re the right fit.

About the Company:

Sugden Ltd designs and builds high-quality industrial food production equipment used by clients around the world. Everything is designed, built and assembled from their site in Nelson, and their team takes pride in getting it right first time.

Interested?

No need for a glossy four-page CV. Just a short overview of your experience and achievements will do the trick.

So you're aware, your application will be reviewed directly by the hiring manager.

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