Inventory Controller – Food FMCG, Day Shift, Somerset

Elix Sourcing Solutions; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Elix Sourcing Solutions, Somerset area (commutable from Yeovil, Sherborne, Taunton, Ilminster, Wincanton), is hiring a Stock Controller / Inventory Specialist to ensure material availability for manufacturing lines.

The role focuses on real-time inventory accuracy, stock rotation, receiving deliveries, and collaboration with purchasing to optimise stock levels. Day shift, Monday–Friday, with flexible start times.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Stock Control, Inventory Control, or Stores Officer role.
• Background within food manufacturing, FMCG, or temperature-controlled logistics is preferred.
• Valid licence/certification to operate forklift trucks or materials handling equipment.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail when handling documentation and inventory counts.
• Good physical fitness and ability to work in a busy warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and maintaining accurate real-time inventory records across all product lines
• Managing stock rotation and warehouse organisation to minimise waste and optimise space
• Receiving incoming deliveries, inspecting goods for quality, and completing receiving paperwork
• Picking, batching, and preparing materials to support daily production schedules
• Operating material handling equipment and forklifts to safely transfer and store goods
• Accurately picking, labelling, and staging pallets for outgoing transport
• Conducting physical stocktakes and periodic cycle counts to resolve stock discrepancies
• Working closely with purchasing and supply chain teams to maintain optimal stock levels

Skills

Stock control

Inventory tracking

Warehouse organisation

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Forklift trucks

Job description

Elix Sourcing Solutions, Somerset area (commutable from Yeovil, Sherborne, Taunton, Ilminster, Wincanton), is hiring a Stock Controller / Inventory Specialist to ensure material availability for manufacturing lines.

The role focuses on real-time inventory accuracy, stock rotation, receiving deliveries, and collaboration with purchasing to optimise stock levels. Day shift, Monday–Friday, with flexible start times.