Stock Control Administrator

Valeo Foods; Leeds; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matched pension scheme

Death in service

Cycle to work scheme

Canteen

Retailer discount platform

Staff discount

Job summary

Valeo Foods UK is seeking a highly organised Stock Control Administrator to join our Leeds site. You will manage inventory across internal warehouses and third‑party logistics (3PL) partners, ensuring stock accuracy, investigating discrepancies, and analysing performance data.

You’ll collaborate with internal teams and external partners to maintain stock integrity and drive operational efficiency. Strong data skills and proficiency with Excel and ERP/WMS are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in stock control, inventory, warehouse administration, or supply chain role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident working with large volumes of data and reporting tools.
• Experience with WMS, ERP, or inventory systems advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies between internal systems and 3PL records.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly stock reconciliations.
• Ensure inventory accuracy across all warehouse locations.
• Support stock count activities and follow up on variances identified.
• Conduct investigations into stock variances and root causes; identify trends.
• Recommend and implement corrective actions to minimise recurrence.
• Build relationships with warehouse teams, transport providers, and 3PL partners.
• Produce and maintain stock control reports and performance metrics.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Data reporting

Excel proficiency

Stakeholder management

WMS/ERP knowledge

Job description

At Valeo Foods UK we bring together a family of much-loved UK food brands supported by the scale and ambition of a global investment partner. From Kettle’s bold crunch to Rowse’s natural sweetness, through to Matthew Walker and Barratt Sweets, our portfolio blends heritage, craft and category-leading innovation.

Alongside our branded portfolio, we are also one of the UK’s largest suppliers of private label products, partnering with major retailers to deliver quality and category expertise that meets the needs of millions of households every week.

As a business, we’re on a journey of transformation. We’re strengthening our operations, driving quality and investing in our people. It’s an exciting, fast-moving environment where heritage meets new thinking, and where every colleague contributes to shaping the future of food across the UK.

Join us and play your part in building the next chapter of some of Britain’s most loved brands.

Stock Control Administrator

Leeds | Full-Time | 37.5 Hours per Week

Join Valeo Foods

We're looking for a highly organised and analytical Stock Control Administrator to join our team at our Leeds site.

In this key role, you'll support the effective management of inventory across both our internal warehouse operations and third-party logistics (3PL) partners. You will play a vital role in maintaining stock accuracy, investigating discrepancies, analysing performance data, and working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure inventory integrity and operational efficiency.

If you enjoy problem solving, working with data, and building strong working relationships, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

Stock Reconciliation & Inventory Accuracy

• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies between internal systems and 3PL warehouse records.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly stock reconciliations.
• Ensure inventory accuracy is maintained across all warehouse locations.
• Support stock count activities and follow up on any variances identified.

Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving

• Conduct detailed investigations into stock variances and inventory issues.
• Identify trends relating to shortages, overages, damages, system errors, and process failures.
• Recommend and implement corrective actions to minimise recurrence.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen stock control processes.

Stakeholder & 3PL Relationship Management

• Build effective working relationships with warehouse teams, transport providers, customer service teams, and 3PL partners.
• Challenge discrepancies professionally and work collaboratively to achieve timely resolutions.
• Participate in regular performance and review meetings to improve stock integrity and service levels.
• Act as a key point of contact for inventory-related enquiries.

Systems & IT Coordination

• Work closely with IT teams to resolve issues relating to WMS, ERP, EDI, and inventory management systems.
• Support testing, system enhancements, and data validation activities.
• Identify system-related causes of stock inaccuracies and help drive improvements.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and system integrity.

Reporting & Performance Analysis

• Produce and maintain stock control reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.
• Analyse inventory data to identify risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Monitor and report on key stock control KPIs, including:
  • Inventory Accuracy %
  • Stock Adjustment Value
  • Cycle Count Compliance
  • Discrepancy Resolution Time
  • Stock Loss and Damage Performance

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in a stock control, inventory, warehouse administration, or supply chain role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident working with large volumes of data and reporting tools.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with WMS, ERP, or inventory management systems would be advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

What we offer you in return:

• Matched pension scheme
• Death in service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Canteen
• Retailer discount platform
• Staff discount
• And plenty more!!

If you're ready to take on a role that combines technical expertise with strategic supplier management, we want to hear from you.