Stock Control Manager

Conquip; Alton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Conquip Engineering Group is seeking a Stock Control Manager to lead stock accuracy, fleet management and operational processes at our Alton head office. You will work with Operations, Purchasing and Finance to ensure equipment is available, correctly tracked and meeting customer demand.

This hands-on leadership role requires capability to drive improvements, monitor stock movements, manage the hire fleet and develop the Stock Control Administrator.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in stock control, inventory management, asset management or a similar operational role.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrable ability to manage stock accuracy, investigate discrepancies and implement improvements.
• Confidence working with stock data, reporting and operational performance metrics.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
• A proactive, hands-on approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Ability to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and perform effectively under pressure.
• Confidence in providing direction, support and accountability within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of stock accuracy, inventory records and effective stock control procedures.
• Oversee weekly stock takes, investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor stock movements, damaged equipment and asset records to ensure traceability.
• Collaborate with Purchasing and Finance to maintain valuations and support informed decisions.
• Identify opportunities to minimise stockholding, reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Support audits, ensuring records and processes remain accurate and compliant.
• Manage additions to the hire fleet, ensuring equipment is recorded, allocated and available.
• Maximise equipment availability by working with depot teams and refurbishment scheduling.
• Provide data to support fleet investment, replacement and purchasing decisions.
• Coordinate disposal of obsolete or surplus equipment.
• Identify opportunities to improve asset productivity and maximise returns.
• Analyse stock performance, fleet utilisation and operational trends.
• Produce reports and recommendations for management decisions.
• Identify recurring issues and opportunities for process improvement.
• Drive consistency, accountability and control across stock management.
• Support the wider Operations team with reliable data for decision-making.
• Manage, support and develop the Stock Control Administrator.
• Set priorities, responsibilities and performance expectations.
• Ensure stock administration, reporting and deadlines are met.
• Promote a proactive, accountable working environment.

Skills

Stock control

Inventory management

Asset management

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Prioritisation

Tools

ERP systems

Hire management software

Job description

Stock Control Manager

Location: Alton, Hampshire
Salary: £38,000 – £42,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Friday | 7:30am – 5:00pm
Working Pattern: Full-time | Office-based
Start Date: Interviewing immediately

Take Control. Drive Efficiency. Make an Impact.

Are you an experienced Stock Control professional who thrives on organisation, accuracy and making things happen? Do you have the confidence to take ownership of stock operations, challenge inefficiencies, and drive improvements in a busy, fast-paced environment?

We are seeking a Stock Control Manager to join the Operations team at Conquip Engineering Group, based at our Alton head office. This is a pivotal role within the business, offering the opportunity to take ownership of stock accuracy, fleet management and operational processes, ensuring our equipment is available, effectively utilised, and ready to meet customer demand.

About Us

Conquip Engineering Group is a leading provider of innovative engineering solutions and specialist equipment to the construction industry. Supporting major construction and infrastructure projects across the UK and internationally, we have built our reputation on engineering excellence, innovation and delivering outstanding service. Our success depends on having the right equipment, in the right place, at the right time – and that’s where you come in.

The Role

As Stock Control Manager, you will play a central role in ensuring our stock and hire fleet are accurately managed, efficiently utilised and aligned with business needs. Working closely with Operations, Purchasing and Finance, you will oversee stock movements, inventory accuracy, fleet additions and asset utilisation, while identifying opportunities to improve productivity, reduce costs and strengthen operational controls.

You will also provide leadership and support to the Stock Control Administrator, ensuring clear priorities, accountability and consistent performance. This is a hands‑on management position suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems and making a measurable difference.

Key Responsibilities

Stock Control & Inventory Management

• Take ownership of stock accuracy, inventory records and effective stock control procedures.
• Oversee weekly stock takes, investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor stock movements, damaged equipment and asset records to ensure complete traceability.
• Collaborate with Purchasing and Finance to maintain accurate valuations and support informed purchasing decisions.
• Identify opportunities to minimise unnecessary stockholding, reduce waste and improve operational efficiency.
• Support internal and external audits, ensuring records and processes remain accurate and compliant.

Hire Fleet & Asset Management

• Manage additions to the hire fleet, ensuring equipment is correctly recorded, allocated and available.
• Work closely with depot teams and refurbishment scheduling to maximise equipment availability.
• Monitor fleet utilisation, capacity and equipment distribution across locations.
• Provide accurate data to support fleet investment, replacement and purchasing decisions.
• Coordinate the management and disposal of obsolete or surplus equipment.
• Identify opportunities to improve asset productivity and maximise commercial returns.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Analyse stock performance, fleet utilisation and operational trends.
• Produce meaningful reports and recommendations to support management decisions.
• Identify recurring issues, inefficiencies and opportunities for process improvement.
• Drive greater consistency, accountability and control across stock management activities.
• Support the wider Operations team with accurate, reliable data to enhance decision-making.

Team Leadership

• Manage, support and develop the Stock Control Administrator.
• Set clear priorities, responsibilities and performance expectations.
• Ensure stock administration, reporting and operational deadlines are consistently met.
• Promote a proactive, accountable and solutions‑focused working environment.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a confident, organised and commercially aware individual who can balance day‑to‑day operational demands with a focus on improving processes and performance.

Essential:

• Proven experience in stock control, inventory management, asset management or a similar operational role.
• Strong organisational and planning skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrable ability to manage stock accuracy, investigate discrepancies and implement improvements.
• Confidence working with stock data, reporting and operational performance metrics.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach to problem‑solving and decision‑making.
• Ability to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines and perform effectively under pressure.
• Confidence in providing direction, support and accountability within a team environment.

Desirable:

• Experience within construction, plant hire, equipment rental, manufacturing or engineering sectors.
• Previous responsibility for overseeing hire fleets, asset utilisation or multi‑site inventory.
• Experience supervising or managing a small team.
• Familiarity with stock control, ERP or hire management systems.
• Track record of implementing improvements to stock accuracy, processes and operational efficiency.

Why Join Conquip?

At Conquip, we are passionate about delivering innovative solutions, maintaining high standards and continuously improving the way we operate. This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact across our operational business, influencing how stock is managed, how our hire fleet performs and how we support our customers.

You will join a collaborative, ambitious team where initiative is valued, ideas are encouraged and individuals are trusted to take ownership.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you are an organised, proactive Stock Control professional who thrives on responsibility, problem‑solving and driving operational improvements, we want to hear from you.