Inventory Coordinator

Alexander Steele Ltd; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aviva & Bupa EAP

Simply Health cash back plan

Attendance bonus

Cycle to work scheme

In house incentive

Pension 3-5% with LG

Death in Service (4x salary)

Job summary

Alexander Steele Ltd. is seeking an experienced Inventory Co-Ordinator to join its FMCG manufacturing operation near Bromsgrove. This is a 12‑month maternity cover, working closely with the Inventory Manager and cross‑functional teams in Warehouse, Purchasing and Production.

You will manage day‑to‑day stock levels, perform cycle counts, investigate discrepancies, maintain ERP records and generate reports to support stock control and process improvements in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Keeps stock accurate and moving efficiently across the operation.
• Carries out cycle counts and physical stock checks.
• Investigates stock discrepancies and identifies root causes.
• Maintains accurate inventory records through ERP systems.
• Produces inventory reports and supports stock audits.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day inventory levels and stock accuracy.
• Coordinating inbound and outbound shipments.
• Reconciling stock movements with Warehouse, Purchasing and Production.
• Producing inventory reports, including stock ageing, valuation and usage.
• Identifying ways to improve stock accuracy and efficiency.
• Supporting stock audits and inventory control processes.
• Following Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

ERP/inventory systems

Investigate discrepancies

Data reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Organised and proactive

Fast-paced environment

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Inventory Co-Ordinator

33,000 West Midlands 12-Month+ Maternity Cover FMCG Manufacturin g

Are you an experienced Inventory Controller, Stock Controller or Supply Chain Coordinator looking for your next opportunity?

I'm currently recruiting for an Inventory Co-Ordinator to join an established FMCG Manufacturer in the West Midlands.

This is a minimum 12-month maternity cover contract, working closely with the Inventory Manager and the wider Warehouse, Purchasing and Production teams.

What will you be doing?

This is a hands‑on inventory role where you'll be responsible for keeping stock accurate, controlled and moving efficiently across the operation.

You’ll be involved in:

• Managing day‑to‑day inventory levels and stock accuracy
• Carrying out cycle counts and physical stock checks
• Investigating stock discrepancies and identifying root causes
• Maintaining accurate inventory records through ERP systems
• Reconciling stock movements with Warehouse, Purchasing and Production
• Coordinating inbound and outbound shipments
• Checking goods receipts and dispatch documentation
• Producing inventory reports, including stock ageing, valuation and usage
• Supporting stock audits and inventory control processes
• Identifying ways to improve stock accuracy, reduce discrepancies and improve inventory efficiency
• Ensuring all Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices are followed

What are they looking for?

You’ll ideally have experience in inventory, stock control or supply chain, preferably within FMCG or manufacturing.

We're looking for someone who:

• Has strong attention to detail
• Is confident working with ERP/inventory systems
• Can investigate discrepancies rather than simply report them
• Is comfortable working with data and producing reports
• Works well across Warehouse, Production and Purchasing
• Is organised, proactive and commercially aware
• Can work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment

Salary & Benefits

• 33,000 salary
• Aviva and Bupa EAP
• Simply Health cash back plan (after 13 weeks probation)
• Attendance bonus
• Cycle to work scheme
• In house incentivePension is 3 & 5% with Legal and General
• Death in Service day 1 x 4 salary

The Opportunity

• Onsite 5 days based near Bromsgrove, W.Mids
• Minimum 12-month maternity cover
• FMCG Manufacturing
• Reports to Inventory Manager