PI Operative: Inventory Integrity & Stock Control

Bidfood UK; Burnham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Bidfood UK is hiring a PI Operative to ensure stock accuracy at the Burnham depot. You’ll run a rolling 20-day PI cycle, perform regular stock counts, check best-before dates, inspect stock, and maintain WMS records.

This full-time role supports the Stock Manager and requires strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and IT skills (Excel). You’ll work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within stock control, inventory management, warehousing or a similar role.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Excellent problem-solving and investigative skills.
• Good communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Windows applications.
• A flexible and positive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Conducting regular stock counts and investigations.
• Checking best-before dates and monitoring date-sensitive products.
• Inspecting stock condition within pick and bulk storage locations.
• Maintaining accurate records within the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Investigating and resolving stock discrepancies.
• Managing Hub & Spoke and Inter-Branch Transfer (IBT) discrepancies.
• Processing credits and invoicing where required.
• Liaising with suppliers, depots and internal departments to resolve stock-related queries.
• Managing damaged stock and customer returns.
• Supporting quarantine stock processes.
• Providing support to the Stock Manager and wider stock team.

Skills

Stock control

Inventory management

Warehousing

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent working

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Bidfood UK is hiring a PI Operative to ensure stock accuracy at the Burnham depot. You’ll run a rolling 20-day PI cycle, perform regular stock counts, check best-before dates, inspect stock, and maintain WMS records.

This full-time role supports the Stock Manager and requires strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and IT skills (Excel). You’ll work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.