Inventory Controller x2 (PM Shift)

Yusen Logistics (UK) Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £28,281.54 per annum + £832 p.a

25 days’ holiday

Free eye test

Employee Referral Scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Critical Illness Cover

Online fitness platform (Pilates, Yoga

Mindfulness, 24/7 support, nutrition)

On-site Mental Health First Aiders

Gym discounts and high street vouchers

24/7 online GP and mental health/ Life

Career development opportunities

Health Cash Plan

Job summary

Yusen Logistics (UK) Ltd is recruiting two Inventory Controllers for the PM shift at Northampton. You will maintain stock records, carry out counts and resolve discrepancies while supporting a busy warehouse operation.

The role requires attention to detail and solid knowledge of warehouse systems to ensure stock integrity. You will handle stock files, pallet checks and formal stocktakes, while responding to queries and contributing to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Prior inventory or stock control experience.
• Experience with warehouse management systems.
• Experience implementing improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of inventory/warehouse operations.
• Awareness of KAIZEN principles.
• Excellent communication and numeracy skills.
• Proficient PC literacy (Excel; Word/Access/Outlook).
• Customer-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate stock records and support efficient warehouse operations.
• Carry out regular stock counts and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain stock files, conduct pallet checks and support stocktakes.
• Respond to customer queries and assist with stock relocations.
• Complete weekly and monthly inventory reports; identify improvements.

Skills

Inventory/stock control

Warehouse management systems

Kaizen principles

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Numeracy

Tools

Excel

Word

Access

Outlook

Windows OS

Job description

Inventory Controller x2 (PM Shift)

Northampton SDC (Sustainable Distribution Centre) NN7 2FR

We are looking for two Inventory Controllers to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working Monday - Friday, 14:00 - 22:00.

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.

The Benefits

• Salary of £28,281.54 per annum, with shift allowance of £832 per annum
• 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

This is a rewarding opportunity for experienced inventory or stock control professionals with strong warehouse systems knowledge and excellent attention to detail to join our forward-thinking organisation.

You'll have the chance to showcase your skill set as you take ownership of stock accuracy across a busy warehouse operation, whilst strengthening your expertise across the wider inventory function.

What's more, you'll enjoy a comprehensive rewards package that supports your wellbeing, work-life balance and longer-term career with us.

The Role

As an Inventory Controller, you will maintain accurate stock records and support the efficient running of our Northampton warehouse operation.

Carrying out regular stock counts, you will investigate and resolve discrepancies and ensure all stock is accurately accounted for.

You will also maintain stock files, conduct pallet checks and support formal stocktakes to ensure stock integrity and performance targets are met.

Additionally, you will:

• Respond to customer queries
• Assist with stock relocations within the warehouse
• Complete weekly and monthly inventory reports
• Identify improvements to the quality management system
• Maintain risk assessments and safe systems of work
• Carry out equipment checks and follow health and safety procedures

About You

• Previous inventory and/or stock control experience
• Knowledge and operational experience of warehouse management systems
• Proven experience of implementing improvement initiatives
• Knowledge of inventory and/or warehouse operations
• An awareness of KAIZEN principles
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and numeracy skills
• PC literacy, with intermediate knowledge of Excel, and user knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, Windows, and Outlook
• A 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.

At Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process, but we encourage 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. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and make our recruitment decisions based solely on skills, experience and potential. Diversity enables us to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and grow. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a 'Disability Confident Committed' employer.

Other organisations may call this role Stock Controller, Inventory Clerk, Stock Clerk, Inventory Assistant, Stock Control Assistant, Inventory Administrator, Stock Control Administrator, Inventory Co-ordinator, or Stock Control Co-ordinator.