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JAM Recruitment Ltd; Corby; On-site; GBP 15,153 - 20,664; Full time

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Stock Controller / Admin Support for our Corby site. The role focuses on maintaining stock data integrity within the Warehouse Management System and supporting administrative tasks to ensure accurate reporting and efficient stock flow.

You will manage stock counts, investigate discrepancies, and liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues promptly. A meticulous approach to data and flexibility to cover shifts is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and stock control processes.
• Strong numerical capability and high analytical precision.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Solid problem-solving skills for inventory discrepancies.
• Ability to work in a team and take initiative.
• Good time management and prioritisation under deadlines.
• Flexible to cover shifts for admin support as required.

Responsibilities

• WMS maintenance and daily system control, with audit-able adjustments.
• Plan and oversee regular stock takes, scheduled counts, and perpetual inventories.
• Maintain accurate pallet controls for efficient stock flow across the site.
• Investigate stock discrepancies and conduct quality checks; report wastage.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly operational and inventory reports.
• Resolve stock inquiries from customers, clients, and suppliers promptly.

Skills

WMS experience

Stock control

Numerical ability

Attention to detail

Data entry accuracy

Problem solving

Teamwork

Time management

Flexibility

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Stock Controller / Admin Support Department: Warehouse Location: Corby Central Distribution Centre (CDC) Shift Pattern: 08:00 – 16:00 Pay Rate: £12.75

Role Scope & Purpose

The Stock Controller / Admin Support role is responsible for driving operational efficiency by ensuring absolute integrity and accuracy of customer and supplier stock data. This post holder will enforce strict compliance across all operational and safety processes while maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with internal warehouse teams, external suppliers, and clients.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• WMS Maintenance: Daily management and maintenance of the Warehouse Management System, ensuring system control and that all adjustments are fully understood, audited, and reported.
• Inventory Management: Plan, execute, and oversee regular stock takes, scheduled counts, and Perpetual Inventory checks.
• Pallet & Flow Management: Track and maintain accurate pallet controls to ensure an efficient flow of stock throughout the site.
• Issue Investigation: Conduct root-cause analysis on stock discrepancies, manage quality checks and handle wastage reporting.
• Administrative & Operational Support Reporting: Prepare, compile, and submit accurate daily, weekly, and monthly operational and inventory reports.
• Enquiry Resolution: Serve as a key point of contact for resolving customer, client, and supplier stock inquiries quickly and efficiently.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain and build professional relationships with suppliers and cross-functional site departments.
• Compliance, Quality & Safety
• Compliance Standards: Adhere strictly to company health and safety policies to maintain a safe working environment.
• Quality Frameworks: Apply active awareness of HACCP and BRC compliance standards across all daily operational practices.

Experience & Key Competencies

• Proven experience working with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and stock control processes.
• Strong numerical capability and a high level of analytical precision.
• Detail-Oriented: Exceptional accuracy and thoroughness in data entry and record-keeping.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Logical approach to identifying and resolving inventory discrepancies.
• Teamwork & Initiative: Able to work collaboratively within a diverse team as well as independently using sound judgment.
• Time Management: Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks under tight deadlines.
• Flexibility: Willingness and adaptability to cover alternative shift patterns for administrative cover (holidays/sickness) when required.