Stock Control and Shipping Administrator role

Think Specialist Recruitment; Kings Langley; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain firm in Kings Langley is seeking a detail-focused Stock & Shipping Administrator to support its operations. The role offers a salary up to £30,000 with a hybrid working model, generous annual leave, and career development opportunities. The ideal candidate will manage stock levels, coordinate shipments, and maintain records in a collaborative environment. Experience in logistics and strong communication skills are essential.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

6% employer pension contribution

Discretionary annual bonus (up to 10%)

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Death in service cover (4x salary)

Qualifications

• Experience in shipping, logistics, stock control or supply chain.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure adequate stock levels across all products.
• Schedule and coordinate international shipments.
• Maintain inventory records and assist with audits.

Skills

Stock Control

Shipping Coordination

Supply Chain Management

Problem-solving

Organizational Skills

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We're working with a highly successful and long-established company based in Kings Langley, who are now seeking an experienced Stock & Shipping Administrator to join their team on a permanent and full-time basis.

Distributing to some of the UK's largest names in the retail and hospitality industry and generally working with very exciting and interesting luxury brands.

They're now looking for a sharp, detail-focused candidate to support their supply chain and stock operations.

If you've got experience in Stock Control, Shipping Coordination, or Supply Chain, this role offers a great opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive team with real career development potential.

What's on offer:

• Salary up to 30,000 (depending on experience)
• Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 from home
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Discretionary annual bonus (up to 10%)
• Free on-site parking
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Death in service cover (4x salary)
• A down-to-earth, supportive and stable team environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Report directly to the Operations Manager
• Ensure adequate stock levels
• Schedule and coordinate UK and international shipments
• Place purchase orders with international suppliers based on sales patterns and forecasts
• Track shipments, manage delivery schedules, and handle any shipping issues (e.g. delays, damage)
• Process sales orders and invoice accurately and promptly
• Liaise with warehouses, carriers, suppliers, and internal sales/brand teams
• Support the customer service team with queries, cover and order processing
• Maintain and update inventory records and stock forecasting spreadsheets
• Assist with internal audits and stock reconciliation
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners

Ideal Candidate:

• Some kind of experience in shipping, logistics, stock control or supply chain
• A keen problem-solver who is organised, proactive and detail-oriented
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Comfortable working with large volumes of data and understanding stock and sales trends
• Experience with international imports (particularly into the UK) is highly desirable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confident user of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Able to take ownership of tasks and collaborate across multiple departments

If you're looking for your next challenge in a role that combines shipping, stock management, and stakeholder coordination this could be the ideal opportunity. Join a reputable and growing business where your contributions are genuinely valued. Apply now!

Think Specialist Recruitment is an independent support staff recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead and working across the Herts, Beds and Bucks area. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment with areas of expertise including: administration, customer service/call centre, PA/secretarial, human resources, accountancy and finance, sales admin/sales support, marketing and IT Helpdesk/IT support.