Inventory Controller

Arden Personnel; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A premium consumer goods brand based in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking an Inventory Controller to manage international stock coordination and logistics. This role requires strong knowledge of shipping procedures, inventory management, and excellent communication skills with suppliers. The position offers a salary of £30,000 - £35,000, 22 days of holiday, and career development opportunities in logistics and supply chain management.

Benefits

Salary between £30,000 - £35,000

22 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Free Parking

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in inventory control or logistics.
• Strong knowledge of international shipping and customs documentation.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Forecast demand and raise purchase orders with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate inventory records across warehouses.
• Coordinate goods-in, stock counts, and resolve variances.

Skills

Inventory control

Logistics coordination

ERP systems (Sage 200)

Excel

International shipping knowledge

Communication with suppliers

Job description

Inventory Controller – Premium Consumer Goods, Stratford-upon-Avon Full-Time + Pension

Arden Personnel is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client, a globally recognised, design-led brand in the premium consumer goods sector. With operations spanning the UK, Hong Kong, and New York, this is a fantastic opportunity for a methodical and proactive Inventory Controller to take ownership of international stock coordination and logistics.

If you thrive on precision, love solving operational puzzles, and want to be part of a business that values quality and innovation—this could be your next move.

Overview

What will I be doing in this Inventory Controller Role?

• Forecast demand and raise purchase orders with overseas suppliers
• Maintain accurate inventory records across UK, Hong Kong, and New York warehouses
• Coordinate goods-in, stock counts, and resolve variances
• Prepare and manage international shipping documentation (COO, C88, Telex Release, etc.)
• Liaise with customs brokers and freight forwarders to ensure smooth import/export flow
• Maintain clean product data and pricing in Sage 200 and B2B platform
• Communicate with factories on production slots and QC schedules
• Support customer and distributor shipments, including direct factory dispatches
• Upload shipping documents to customer portals and manage order tracking
• Produce weekly reports on aged stock, backorders, and inventory health
• Coordinate dispatches to European suppliers for product coating and manage returns
• Recommend actions to reduce obsolete stock and improve inventory turnover
• Ensure audit readiness and documentation traceability
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to keep operations running smoothly

Requirements

• 3+ years’ experience in inventory control or logistics within a product or wholesale environment
• Strong knowledge of international shipping procedures and customs documentation
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (Sage 200 preferred) and Excel
• Detail-oriented, organised, and calm under pressure
• Excellent written English and confident communicator with suppliers, forwarders, and internal teams
• Familiarity with Brexit-related customs processes and HMRC audit readiness is a plus
• A growth mindset and collaborative spirit

What’s on Offer

• Salary between £30,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
• 22 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Exposure to international operations across UK, Hong Kong, and New York
• Career development in logistics, inventory, and supply chain management
• Free Parking

Why work for us?

A collaborative, forward-thinking culture where values aren’t just words—they’re lived. We believe in clarity, empowerment, and positivity, and we champion peripheral thinking, consistency, and expertise. If you thrive in a business that values direction, recognition, and decisive action, you’ll feel right at home here.

Interested?

We’re reviewing CVs now! Apply today or contact Arden Personnel for more information.

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