Senior Inventory Controller: Lead & Optimize Stock

Kpi-Recruiting-Ltd; Crewe; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Career development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Impactful role in a growing operation

Job summary

KPI-Recruiting-Ltd in Crewe is seeking a Senior Inventory Controller to lead inventory operations, ensure stock accuracy and robust controls, and drive service delivery across the operation. The role requires strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will manage inventory processes, forecast needs using historical data, lead a small team, and work with operations to optimise stock flow and reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Inventory Management at Team Leader level or above.
• Strong experience using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to analyse large data sets.
• Excellent understanding of inventory control principles.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enhance inventory control procedures and best practices.
• Monitor stock levels to ensure product availability and minimise stock shortages.
• Carry out inventory forecasting using historical data and operational trends.
• Conduct regular stock audits, cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies and stock variances.
• Manage inventory systems, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Work collaboratively with operational teams to improve inventory flow and storage efficiency.
• Analyse inventory performance and produce regular management reports.
• Monitor and report on key inventory KPIs.
• Lead, coach and develop Inventory Controllers and PI Clerks.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, health and safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory processes, efficiency and cost control.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the operation.

Skills

Inventory management

Leadership

Data analysis

Excel

WMS

Communication

Attention to detail

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

KPI-Recruiting-Ltd in Crewe is seeking a Senior Inventory Controller to lead inventory operations, ensure stock accuracy and robust controls, and drive service delivery across the operation. The role requires strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will manage inventory processes, forecast needs using historical data, lead a small team, and work with operations to optimise stock flow and reporting.