Inventory Control Leader

GXO Logistics; Blyth; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days leave

Pension scheme

Dental insurance

GP service

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

MyBenefits discounts

Cycle to work

GXO University

Job summary

GXO are seeking an Inventory Control Leader for our B&Q site in Blyth. You will be the subject matter expert for stock and systems, supporting first line managers and the wider team to deliver outstanding results.

This full-time, permanent role operates on a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern (07:00–17:00 and 13:00–23:00). You will lead stock processes, use WMS, and drive improvements to ensure accurate stock control and efficient operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory and stock processes within a warehouse environment.
• Proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (JDA/Red Prairie) is desired.
• Strong MS Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP) and data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, supervise and report on warehouse operatives' activities to enable effective leadership and development.
• Process stock orders, load planning, and stock handling using WMS per procedures.
• Be the point of contact for systems and stock issues, providing timely resolutions as a Super User.
• Investigate stock discrepancies and establish preventative measures and best practices.

Skills

Inventory management

Stock control

Communication

Analytical thinking

MS Excel

Tools

JDA

Red Prairie

Job description

Are you a stock and inventory professional with a passion for systems and process improvement? Do you thrive in a fast-paced logistics environment and enjoy being the go-to person for stock and systems support?Do you pride yourself on your attention to detail? If yes, we may have the role for you!

GXO are looking for an Inventory Control Leader to join our B&Q site in Blyth – S81 8PU. In this key role, you’ll be the subject matter expert for all things stock and systems, supporting the first line managers and wider operational team to deliver outstanding results.

This is a full time, permanent position, where you will be working on a ‘4 on, 4 off’ shift pattern. The hours of work will rotate every four between 07:00 – 17:00 and 13:00 – 23:00.

Pay, benefits and more:

You’ll be paid a salary of up to £32,000 per annum. You’ll also receive 26 days annual leave (including bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days so you can enjoy a positive work-life balance. Your benefits package includes flexible dental insurance plans, a company sponsored pension scheme, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme. You’ll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!Including our GXO University which provides you the opportunity to learn new skills and gain qualifications at a pace that you’re comfortable with.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Plan, co-ordinate, supervise and report upon the work activities of the warehouse operatives, enabling the FLM’s to provide effective communication, leadership, succession planning, motivation and training & development
• Process stock orders, load planning, and various stock handling duties using the Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), following the correct procedures
• Be the point of contact for any systems and stock issues, finding resolutions as a Super User
• Investigate all stock discrepancies and establish preventative measures and best practises

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• Experience of inventory and stock processes within a warehouse environment
• Previous experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (JDA / Red Prairie highly desirable)
• A good knowledge of MS Excel, to include pivot tables and v look ups
• Effective communication, problem solving and time management skills
• Able to be a team player or work independently, with the flexibility to be ‘hands on’ when required

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.GXO is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate, support and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We believe that diversity and inclusion in our business is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are an Armed Forces friendly organisation and Disability Confident Leader as part of the Disability Confident Scheme (GIS) and actively welcome applications from people with disabilities.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.