Inventory Controller

GXO; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company based in Wellingborough is seeking an experienced Inventory Controller to manage inventory processes and ensure stock accuracy. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong knowledge of warehouse logistics and inventory control. This role offers comprehensive training, a flexible schedule, and various employee benefits including a competitive hourly rate and access to online training.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Holiday pay

24/7 online GP service

Employee assistance programme

Access to MyBenefits platform

Access to GXO University

Qualifications

• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Experience in inventory control processes.
• Excellent communication skills for team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Monitor daily stock movements and perform scheduled stock counts.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies.

Skills

Proactive mindset

Strong knowledge of warehouse logistics

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Confident communication skills

Experience using Warehouse Management Systems

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Job description

Overview

Are you methodical, detail-focused and enjoy working in a fast-moving, hands-on environment? Do you like collaborating with systems and people to troubleshoot issues and maintain accuracy?

We’re recruiting an Inventory Controller to join our expanding team at Virgin Media O2, supporting operations across both warehouse and office settings. You’ll play a crucial role in managing inventory processes, investigating discrepancies, ensuring stock accuracy and partnering closely with internal teams and customers.

This is an excellent chance to join a supportive team, gain valuable experience, and grow your career within a well-established brand. Comprehensive training will be provided from your first day.

This is a full-time, permanent position with a consistent afternoon shift (14:00–22:00), working any 5 days out of 7 — providing you with morning flexibility and a reliable work schedule.

Pay, benefits and more

• An hourly rate of £13.05
• Holiday pay and workplace pension
• A 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme
• Access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!
• Access to GXO University – home to a wealth of online training courses, meaning your development never ends!

What you’ll do on a typical day

• Managing and maintaining accurate inventory records across Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Order Management Systems (OMS)
• Monitoring daily stock movements and performing scheduled and ad-hoc stock counts
• Investigating and resolving stock discrepancies, identifying root causes, and driving improvements
• Ensuring stock integrity across multiple systems and stock owners
• Liaising with warehouse, customer service, and management teams to ensure smooth operations

What you need to succeed at GXO

• A proactive mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
• Strong knowledge of warehouse logistics and inventory control processes
• Excellent attention to detail and a problem-solving approach to challenges
• Confident communication skills to work effectively with both internal teams and external customers
• Experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

About GXO

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.