Inventory Controller, PM Shift

Yusen Logistics; Northampton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Free eye test

Employee Referral Scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Critical Illness Cover

On-site Mental Health First Aiders

Health Cash Plan

Job summary

Yusen Logistics is seeking a motivated Inventory Controller based at our Northampton SDC (NN7 2FR). The role focuses on stock integrity, cycle counts, and KPI delivery for the contract, with a Monday–Friday shift from 14:00 to 22:00 and a salary of £32,142.36 per year plus a shift allowance of £832.

You will manage stock files, set up locations, assist with stock takes, investigate discrepancies, and drive process improvements while following health and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory/stock control is essential.
• Knowledge of inventory/warehouse operations is essential.
• Desirable knowledge of Manhattan Active WMS.
• Familiarity with KAIZEN principles.
• Continuous improvement mindset and proven initiatives.
• Strong organization and numerical accuracy.
• Excellent communication and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Excel and Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Carry out perpetual cycle counting to standard.
• Investigate discrepancies and reconcile per procedures.
• Assist with stock takes as required.
• Conduct accurate pallet checks.
• Resolve customer queries to satisfaction.
• Maintain stock files and warehouse locations.
• Support relocation of designated warehouse areas.
• Meet deadlines and escalate issues when needed.
• Improve processes to drive efficiency and service.
• Identify opportunities to improve quality management.

Skills

Inventory control

Warehouse operations

WMS Manhattan Active

KAIZEN principles

Continuous improvement

Implementation of improvements

Communication

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Time management

Tools

Excel

Word

Access

Windows

Outlook

Job description

Northampton SDC (Sustainable Distribution Centre) NN7 2FR

The Company

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing, and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.

We are looking for a highly motivated and customer-focused Inventory Controller to be based at our SDC site in Northampton (NN7 2FR). As an Inventory Controller you will support and improve the Yusen operation for our customer. Assisting with stock integrity within the contract, ensuring all stocks are accounted for and KPI’s are met.

The shift pattern for this role is Monday – Friday, 14:00 – 22:00) and we offer a salary of £32,142.36 per annum, with shift allowance of £832 per annum.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday
• Free eye test
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Free online fitness platform (Pilates, Yoga, Mindfulness, 24/7 support, nutrition advice)
• On-site Mental Health First Aiders
• Employee benefits including up to 25% off gym memberships and high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support, Life Events Counselling and Care Concierge Service
• Tailored development and career opportunities
• Health Cash Plan

The role:

• Ensure all required perpetual cycle counting activities are carried out to the required standard
• Ensure all discrepancies are investigated and reconciled in accordance with established procedures, highlighting any areas of concern in a timely manner
• Assist with formal stock takes on behalf of the contract in accordance with procedures
• Conduct accurate pallet checks
• Investigate customer queries, resolving them within a reasonable period to customer satisfaction levels
• Set up and continual maintenance of all stock files
• Set up of warehouse locations
• Assist on the relocation of designated areas within the warehouse
• Adhere to deadlines, or elevate issue to Line Management where these cannot be met
• Adhere to Company procedures & policy
• Ensure all stock related KPI’s are met
• Ensure all weekly and monthly reports are completed accurately and to deadlines (cycle counts, stock discrepancies)
• Continuously look to improve processes and procedures to drive efficiency and improvement in business operation and customer service
• Develop other logistics revenue opportunities with the customer
• Closely analyse, promote, and identify areas for improvement within Yusen’s quality management system
• Ensure all health and safety procedures are adhered to, including PPE, taking appropriate action where procedures are not being adhered to or could be improved
• Ensure all equipment checks are carried out in accordance with procedure, taking appropriate action to ensure a safe working environment for all employees
• Maintain and update site Risk Assessments, Safe, System of Work and working instructions

Requirements:

• Previous inventory/stock control experience (essential)
• Knowledge of inventory / warehouse operations (essential)
• Knowledge / operational experience of WMS (Manhattan Active highly desirable)
• Awareness of KAIZEN principles
• A continuous improvement mindset
• Proven experience of implementing improvement initiatives
• Confident, well organised, self-motivated, and able to work on own initiative
• Excellent communication skills
• Accurate attention to detail and numeracy literate
• Ability to work to deadlines
• PC literate with intermediate knowledge of Excel, and user knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, Windows, and Outlook
• Flexible and proactive approach
• Strong customer focus

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

In Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process but we encourage the candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.