Publishing Ops & Inventory Controller

Pan Macmillan; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days’ annual leave + holidays

Generous pension scheme

Discounted private medical insurance

Group income protection

Enhanced family pay and leave

Flexible working hours

Volunteer days

Staff book discounts

Season ticket loan/advance

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Pan Macmillan in Basingstoke is seeking an Operations Controller to join our Publishing Operations team. You will manage book inventory, coordinate with print suppliers, and ensure titles are produced and delivered smoothly across publications.

Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, you will oversee stock forecasting, supply chain logistics, and live inventory data, communicating daily with printers, warehouse teams, and publishing colleagues to coordinate book deliveries efficiently.

Qualifications

• Clear communication, professionally and promptly in writing and speech.
• Practical problem-solving to identify issues and apply logical solutions.
• Experience using complex databases, stock systems, and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Stock control & replenishment: Monitor warehouse stock levels and place print orders on time.
• Data reporting & inventory management: Collect, analyse, and share sales and invoicing data with internal teams.
• Meeting organization & administration: Attend weekly print meetings, contribute operational updates, and record accurate written minutes.
• Operational administration: Manage contracts, rights reversions, POD titles, and the digital stock catalogue.
• Supply chain communication: Coordinate with printers, warehouse teams, and internal publishing colleagues.

Skills

Clear communication

Problem solving

System & data management

Time management

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Accountability

Inclusion & representation

Community

Curiosity

Integrity

Job description

Pan Macmillan in Basingstoke is seeking an Operations Controller to join our Publishing Operations team. You will manage book inventory, coordinate with print suppliers, and ensure titles are produced and delivered smoothly across publications.

Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, you will oversee stock forecasting, supply chain logistics, and live inventory data, communicating daily with printers, warehouse teams, and publishing colleagues to coordinate book deliveries efficiently.