Stores Team Manager

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. We are proud to be playing a critical role in the net zero transition, as we aim to more than double our net operational capacity to around 9GW by 2027 and grow our renewable energy output to over 50TWh by 2032.

Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK or Ireland sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading, Havant, Belfast or Dublin.

Salary: £52,285-£60,730/€56,500- €84,700 + car/car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

As the Stores Team Manager, you will lead the Stores and Logistics team within SSE's Onshore Renewables business. This role is instrumental in using data and system analysis to inform decision-making and innovate spare parts strategies. Your key activities will include daily operations management of UK and Ireland Stores, budgeting for fleet spare parts, and participating in transformative improvement projects such as digitising all stores. Additionally, you will manage the documentation related to store operations and provide excellent customer service representation.

Main accountabilities may include:

• Actively promoting a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with safety and waste management regulations.
• Overseeing and optimising operations planning to enhance resource efficiency and meet business objectives.
• Leading and motivating a small team, fostering teamwork to achieve company goals.
• Representing Renewable Operations locally and managing inquiries to support a positive company reputation.
• Procuring inventory and services across UK & Ireland Stores as per corporate policies, ensuring continuity and compliance.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

• Knowledge and experience in inventory management, procurement, and ensuring compliance with standards.
• Experience managing documentation in logistics, including familiarity with the LOLER register with a strong grasp of health and safety regulations in industrial settings and experience promoting a safety culture.
• Experience in leading teams with strong interpersonal skills and ability to foster cross-functional collaboration along with excellent communication skills for managing customer service and inquiries professionally.
• Skilled in budget and quality management, with experience in continuous operational improvements and proven ability to manage and optimise operations for resource efficiency within budget constraints.
• Proficient in performance management and development, with knowledge of effective training practices.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact andrew.duncan2@sse.com

EXTERNAL: Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

INTERNAL: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.

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