Inventory Controller: Cycle Counts & Stock Integrity (Day Shift)

Yusen Logistics Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Eye test

Referral scheme

Cycle to work

Critical illness

Online fitness platform

Mental health first aiders

Gym discounts

GP access

Career development

Health plan

Job summary

Yusen Logistics operates a Northampton SDC and seeks an Inventory Controller to support stock integrity and KPI achievement at NN7 2FR. The role covers cycle counts, stock files, pallet checks and stock location setup to ensure accurate inventory across the contract.

The ideal candidate will have inventory/warehouse knowledge, experience with WMS (Manhattan Active preferred), and a continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• Previous inventory/stock control experience required.
• Knowledge of inventory / warehouse operations.
• Knowledge of WMS (Manhattan Active highly desirable).
• Awareness of KAIZEN principles and continuous improvement mindset.
• Proven experience implementing improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient PC skills: Excel, Word, Access, Windows, Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Carry out perpetual cycle counting to standard.
• Investigate and reconcile discrepancies per procedures.
• Assist with stock takes for the contract.
• Conduct accurate pallet checks.
• Resolve customer queries promptly to satisfaction.
• Maintain stock files and warehouse locations.
• Assist relocation of designated warehouse areas.
• Meet deadlines or escalate to Line Management.
• Ensure stock KPI targets are met and reports completed.
• Suggest process improvements to drive efficiency.

Skills

Inventory control

Warehouse ops

Continuous improvement

Communication

Deadline driven

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Excel proficiency

Word / Outlook

Tools

Manhattan Active WMS

Excel

Word

Access

Outlook

Job description

Yusen Logistics operates a Northampton SDC and seeks an Inventory Controller to support stock integrity and KPI achievement at NN7 2FR. The role covers cycle counts, stock files, pallet checks and stock location setup to ensure accurate inventory across the contract.

The ideal candidate will have inventory/warehouse knowledge, experience with WMS (Manhattan Active preferred), and a continuous improvement mindset.