Stock & Compliance Lead – Retail Operations

Mole Valley Farmers Limited; Shepton Mallet; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension match

Colleague discount

Free parking

33 days leave

Training & development

Career progression

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance

Retail Trust benefits

Family leave policies

Job summary

Mole Valley Farmers Limited in Evercreech is seeking a Stock & Compliance Manager to join our retail team. You will maintain stock records, support operational processes and ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

You'll oversee stock administration, coordinate goods inward, manage stock takes and reporting, and work closely with colleagues to keep the branch safe, efficient and customer-focused.

Qualifications

• Experience within stock control and stock administration.
• Experience of maintaining accurate records and using stock management systems.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• Confident using IT systems, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider team.
• Understanding of health & safety and compliance requirements within a retail or operational environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining accurate stock records and supporting stock file integrity.
• Coordinating goods inward processes and stock administration activities.
• Planning and supporting stock takes, including investigating discrepancies.
• Monitoring stock performance, damages and slow-moving stock to support stock efficiency.
• Managing supplier deliveries, outstanding orders and stock-related communication.
• Supporting compliance with company procedures, audit requirements and industry regulations.
• Working closely with the Safety & Wellbeing team to promote a positive safety culture.
• Maintaining accurate compliance records, training data and operational reporting.
• Building positive working relationships with colleagues, suppliers and external stakeholders.
• Supporting the wider management team and providing duty management cover when required.

Skills

Stock control

Stock administration

Inventory management

Numerical skills

IT skills (Microsoft Office)

Communication skills

Team working

Tools

Stock management systems

Job description

Mole Valley Farmers Limited in Evercreech is seeking a Stock & Compliance Manager to join our retail team. You will maintain stock records, support operational processes and ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

You'll oversee stock administration, coordinate goods inward, manage stock takes and reporting, and work closely with colleagues to keep the branch safe, efficient and customer-focused.