Paul Jones
Ilkeston,Derbyshire
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive expertise in SAP PM and S/4HANA, CMMS administration, and engineering stores management. Demonstrates proficiency in MRO inventory control, asset and materials management, and supplier negotiation to optimise operational efficiency. Skilled in audit compliance, KPI reporting, SOP development, and process improvement to ensure governance and enhance performance. Adept at health and safety risk assessment, team leadership, training delivery, and multi-site operational support. Committed to fostering stakeholder relationships while driving cost control initiatives and achieving strategic objectives.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
- Progressed to Trainee Head Chef before transitioning into operational and inventory management environments.
SAP PM & Stores Manager
Refresco UK
2024.07 - 2026.05
- Lead engineering stores and SAP PM operational improvement activities within an fast-paced manufacturing environment, supporting engineering reliability, inventory optimisation, and maintenance operations.
- Key Responsibilities & Achievements
- Developed structured SAP PM training materials and video guidance for engineering and stores personnel
- Delivered hands-on SAP PM training covering:
- Work orders
- Reservations
- Goods receipt
- Returns
- Purchase orders
- Cycle counting
- Redesigned engineering handover reporting processes to improve communication, accountability, and shift visibility
- Rebuilt engineering stores audit and scoring framework to strengthen compliance and stock accuracy
- Produced monthly MRO performance reports to support operational decision-making
- Conducted analysis of £3m+ non-moving and obsolete inventory, identifying clearance and rationalisation opportunities
- Implemented structured stores layouts prioritising critical and fast-moving engineering components
- Supported engineering and maintenance teams to minimise downtime risk and improve operational continuity
- Ensured successful execution of tasks by adopting best SAP practices.
- Installed new technologies without disrupting workflow.
Inventory Controller – Group Engineering
Ibstock Brick (Group Engineering)
2022.07 - 2023.12
- Supported group-wide engineering inventory and stores improvement programmes across multiple UK manufacturing facilities.
- Key Responsibilities & Achievements
- Standardised engineering stores procedures across multiple UK manufacturing sites
- Developed and implemented group-wide SOPs for engineering stores operations
- Conducted validation exercises and formal compliance audits
- Redesigned engineering stores layouts and produced detailed location mapping systems
- Maintained and cleansed CMMS asset and inventory data to improve system accuracy
- Produced engineering risk assessments supporting operational safety and compliance
- Delivered CMMS and inventory management training to operational site teams
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational efficiency and inventory governance
Customer Operations Manager
ERIKS UK
2021.04 - 2022.06
- Managed onsite MRO engineering stores operations for major industrial manufacturing clients, ensuring materials availability and operational continuity.
- Key Responsibilities & Achievements
- Led day-to-day onsite engineering stores management activities
- Supported engineering planning meetings and maintenance project activities
- Managed stock forecasting, replenishment, KPI reporting, and obsolescence control
- Produced operational usage and performance reporting for client stakeholders
- Delivered toolbox talks and maintained strong health & safety standards
- Managed purchasing activities, supplier liaison, and order progression
- Maintained strong customer relationships while supporting operational performance targets
Account Manager
AMS Hayley
2020.04 - 2021.04
- Managed onsite customer engineering stores operations
- Controlled replenishment ordering and inventory management activities
- Handled invoicing, account administration, and customer support
- Supported engineering teams with MRO product supply and materials management
Site Support Manager / Office Manager
ERIKS UK
2011.01 - 2020.04
- Provided operational support across multiple industrial and engineering sites throughout England, Wales, and Scotland.
- Key Responsibilities & Achievements
- Supported multiple UK manufacturing and engineering operations
- Delivered training to Site Support Managers and Stores Operatives
- Managed purchasing, stock control, reporting, and inventory accuracy
- Delivered health & safety briefings and toolbox talks
- Managed materials administration and new stock creation processes
- Supported operational continuity during periods of business change and site transition
Internal Sales / Woodwork Administrator
East Midlands Saws & Tools
2006.01 - 2011.01
Configuration Specialist / Warehouse Technician
Servo Computer Services PLC
2003.01 - 2006.01
Acting Manager
AVF Fixings
2001.01 - 2003.01
Stock Controller / Production Supervisor
Rick Bestwick
1998.01 - 2001.01
Education
NVQ Level II - Business Administration
Chesterfield College
ChesterfieldRSA Integrated Business Technology - Stage I & II
Chesterfield College
ChesterfieldCLAIT - Stage I
Cambridge IT Certificate - Global Communications
OCN Word Processing Certificate - undefined
City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 - Pre-Vocational Education Certificate
Skills
- SAP PM and S/4HANA
- CMMS administration and optimization
- Engineering stores management
- MRO inventory control
- Asset and materials management
- Inventory accuracy and cycle counting
- Audit compliance and governance
- Engineering materials planning
- Supplier management and negotiation
- Purchasing and cost control
- KPI reporting and operational analysis
- SOP development and process improvement
- Health, safety, and risk assessment
- Team leadership and training delivery
- Multi-site operational support
- Stakeholder and client relationship management
Certification
- IOSH
- First Aid
- Risk Assessment
- Counterbalance Forklift
- Spares & Materials Management
- Lifting & Handling
- Management & Business Development Training
Accomplishments
- Delivered SAP PM and stores training programmes across engineering and operational teams, improving system adoption and process consistency
- Conducted strategic analysis of £3m+ redundant and obsolete inventory, identifying rationalisation and cost-reduction opportunities
- Standardised engineering stores procedures across multiple UK manufacturing sites, improving governance and operational consistency
- Rebuilt engineering stores audit frameworks to strengthen stock accuracy and compliance standards
- Redesigned engineering stores layouts and materials mapping systems to improve accessibility and reduce downtime risk
- Successfully managed onsite MRO operations for major industrial manufacturing clients across the UK
- Delivered CMMS, inventory management, and operational process training to engineering and stores personnel
- Developed KPI reporting structures supporting operational visibility and data-driven decision making
- Recognised for successfully supporting multi-site engineering operations with minimal supervision
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Available for:
- Senior Stores Management
- Inventory & Materials Management
- Engineering Operations Support
- SAP PM / CMMS Coordination
- MRO & Engineering Stores Leadership
- Multi-Site Operational Roles
- Target sectors include manufacturing, FMCG, engineering services, logistics, packaging, construction materials, and industrial operations.
Timeline
SAP PM & Stores Manager
Refresco UK
2024.07 - 2026.05
Inventory Controller – Group Engineering
Ibstock Brick (Group Engineering)
2022.07 - 2023.12
Customer Operations Manager
ERIKS UK
2021.04 - 2022.06
Account Manager
AMS Hayley
2020.04 - 2021.04
Site Support Manager / Office Manager
ERIKS UK
2011.01 - 2020.04
Internal Sales / Woodwork Administrator
East Midlands Saws & Tools
2006.01 - 2011.01
Configuration Specialist / Warehouse Technician
Servo Computer Services PLC
2003.01 - 2006.01
Acting Manager
AVF Fixings
2001.01 - 2003.01
Stock Controller / Production Supervisor
Rick Bestwick
1998.01 - 2001.01
CLAIT - Stage I
Cambridge IT Certificate - Global Communications
OCN Word Processing Certificate - undefined
City & Guilds 706/1 & 706/2 - Pre-Vocational Education Certificate
NVQ Level II - Business Administration
Chesterfield College
RSA Integrated Business Technology - Stage I & II
Chesterfield College