Senior Stock Controller

Michael Page; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing eCommerce business is seeking a highly organised Senior Stock Controller based in Nottingham. This role involves overseeing inventory management processes, ensuring product availability, and minimising waste and costs. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical and leadership skills, with experience in stock control and a background in eCommerce or retail.

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative company culture

Opportunities for professional growth

Convenient Nottingham location

Qualifications

• Experience in eCommerce or retail environment.
• Ability to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Strong collaboration skills across departments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all stock control activities including incoming stock and returns.
• Ensure stock accuracy through audits and cycle counts.
• Analyse stock levels to forecast demand and recommend replenishment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time-management skills

Education

3-5 years' experience in stock control or inventory management

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

A highly organised Senior Stock Controller is required to ensure efficient inventory management and oversee the procurement and supply chain operations. This role is based in Nottingham and is ideal for candidates with a keen eye for detail, strong leadership skills, and a background in the FMCG or eCommerce sector.

Client Details

Our client is a fast-growing eCommerce business based in Nottingham, specialising in delivering high-quality products directly to customers across the UK. As they scale their operations, they're seeking a highly organised and experienced Senior Stock Controller to manage and optimise their inventory processes, ensuring product availability while minimising waste and costs.

Description

• Oversee and manage all stock control activities, including incoming stock, transfers, returns, and adjustments.
• Maintain and improve stock accuracy through regular cycle counts, audits, and reconciliations.
• Analyse stock levels and sales trends to forecast demand and recommend stock replenishment.
• Work closely with Finance, Logistics, and Warehouse teams to ensure smooth stock flow.
• Identify and address inventory discrepancies, investigating root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Lead inventory reporting, providing regular updates and insights to the senior management team.
• Optimise stock holding to balance availability and working capital.
• Support system implementations or upgrades related to inventory management.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers (if applicable) to ensure service level agreements are met.
• Mentor and support the junior stock controller.

Profile

A successful Senior Stock Controller should have:

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in stock control or inventory management, preferably in an eCommerce or retail environment.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel knowledge.
• Familiarity with stock control systems
• Proven ability to develop and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Desirable:

• Experience in using ERP systems.
• Understanding of warehouse processes and logistics.
• Experience working with 3PL providers.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary range of 38,000 - 40,000 per annum.
• A supportive and collaborative company culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.
• Convenient Nottingham location with modern facilities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Stock Controller to join a growing company in the eCommerce industry. If you're looking for a challenging role where you can make a difference, apply today!