Inventory Operator

DSV Road GmbH; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced annual leave

Salary sacrifice cycle scheme

Employee counselling

Company pension with Life Cover and CI

Job summary

DSV operates a warehouse-focused Inventory Operator role in Stoke-on-Trent, working Mon-Fri, 09.00-17.30 for 37.5 hours. The position emphasizes maintaining stock accuracy and supporting efficient warehouse operations to ensure high service levels for customers.

The role requires previous inventory control or logistics experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with proficiency in WMS and MS Office. Right-to-work checks apply.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in inventory control, stock management, warehousing, or logistics.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Experience using warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive approach and ownership of tasks.
• Import and export freight forwarding experience.
• Experience across multiple transport modes and industry sectors.
• Logistics and distribution industry experience.
• Experience working with operational KPI reporting and performance management.
• Leadership, coaching, or mentoring experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records within the warehouse management system.
• Conduct cycle counts and stock checks.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies.
• Support inventory audits and compliance activities.
• Monitor stock movements and system transactions.
• Produce inventory reports and analyse stock data.
• Work closely with warehouse, operations, and customer service teams.
• Follow all health, safety, and quality procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Proactive ownership

Tools

WMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

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If you are a current DSV employee and interested in a position in another country, please contact your Human Resource representative to discuss the process and requirements of applying.

At DSV we’re building the world’s leading logistics and transport network. With this exciting growth comes opportunity - and we’re looking for new talent to join us.

Inventory Operator

Stoke on Trent

Mon-Fri, 09.00-17.30, 37.5 hours

At DSV, we keep global supply chains moving. As an Inventory Operator, you will play a key role in maintaining stock accuracy and supporting the efficient operation of our warehouse. Your attention to detail and commitment to accuracy will help ensure we deliver exceptional service to our customers.

What you’ll be doing:

• Maintaining accurate inventory records within the warehouse management system
• Conducting cycle counts and stock checks
• Investigating and resolving stock discrepancies
• Supporting inventory audits and compliance activities
• Monitoring stock movements and system transactions
• Producing inventory reports and analysing stock data
• Working closely with warehouse, operational, and customer service teams
• Following all health, safety, and quality procedures

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience in inventory control, stock management, warehousing, or logistics
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good problem-solving and organisational skills
• Experience using warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of tasks
• Import and export freight forwarding experience.
• Experience across multiple transport modes and industry sectors.
• Logistics and distribution industry experience.
• Experience working with operational KPI reporting and performance management.
• Leadership, coaching, or mentoring experience

What can we offer you?

Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 160,000, operating in over 90 countries.

In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:

Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.

Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme

Employee counselling, for support with physical and mental wellbeing

Company Pension, which, when a member of, also provides access to Life Cover and Critical Illness cover

Please be aware that all successful candidates will undergo necessary right-to-work checks and certain sites require 5-yrs' worth of referencing and background checks.

DSV - Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let's grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don't just work - we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company - this is the place to be.