Inventory Controller

Polytec Personnel Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in high-tech engineering is seeking an experienced Inventory Controller in Ely. This role is vital for maintaining stock accuracy and leading improvement initiatives across the production team. Candidates should have prior inventory control experience, relevant qualifications, and be adept with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in inventory control within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on knowledge of ERP systems.
• Success in improving stock accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine cycle counts and lead stock audit programs.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

View more categories View less categories Specialist Area Inventory Manager Sector Engineering Contract Type Permanent Hours Full Time

Location: Ely (CB6) Duration: Permanent Hours: 8am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday (core hours of 9am - 4pm) Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 35741 Polytec are working with a globally recognised manufacturer in the high-tech engineering sector to find an experienced Inventory Controller to join their production team in Ely. This role is crucial to ensuring high standards of stock accuracy, managing and improving inventory processes, and contributing to continuous improvement and LEAN initiatives across the business. Responsibilities: Conducting routine cycle counts and leading the site's stock audit programme Investigating and resolving inventory discrepancies to maintain accuracy Supporting process improvement initiatives, including optimising storage and reducing stock variants Collaborating with cross-functional teams - including production, logistics, purchasing, and finance Maintaining ERP inventory records and processing stock movements with full audit traceability Delivering training to ensure effective stock handling practices are embedded across teams Managing scrap allowances and contributing to waste reduction strategies Producing accurate reports on stock performance and write-off trends Requirements: Previous experience in inventory control within a manufacturing environment Hands-on knowledge of ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics preferred) Demonstrable success in improving stock accuracy and leading cycle count programmes Familiarity with LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work independently Confident communicator who can lead training and work across departments Desirable Qualifications and Experience: Degree (or equivalent experience) in Engineering or a related technical field Background in a high-precision or technical manufacturing environment Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!

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