Inventory Control Lead — Stock Accuracy & Optimization

APM Terminals; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk in Doncaster is seeking a Front Line Manager to lead an inventory team within our warehousing and logistics operations. You will drive stock integrity and use proactive data analysis to support the wider operation.

The role emphasizes cycle counts, inventory accuracy, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to sustain compliant processes and efficient service delivery. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with WMS systems (JDA/Manhattan) and strong Excel

Qualifications

• Experience with warehouse management systems (e.g., JDA, Manhattan).
• Advanced Excel skills including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas, and chart design.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct proactive and reactive cycle counts per SLA.
• Support inventory control to prevent, detect, and correct errors in transactions and balances.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance inventory accuracy and compliance.
• Produce and report inventory data for stock management and stakeholders.
• Manage storage utilisation to maximise warehouse effectiveness.
• Assist with other clerical and operational duties as required.

Skills

Warehouse management systems

Excel reporting

People management

Tools

JDA

Manhattan

Job description

Maersk in Doncaster is seeking a Front Line Manager to lead an inventory team within our warehousing and logistics operations. You will drive stock integrity and use proactive data analysis to support the wider operation.

The role emphasizes cycle counts, inventory accuracy, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to sustain compliant processes and efficient service delivery. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with WMS systems (JDA/Manhattan) and strong Excel