Stock Control Manager

Ten Human Resources; Colchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Senior leadership exposure

Career progression toward Operations/“

Continuous improvement culture

Job summary

Ten Human Resources is seeking a Stock control Manager in Colchester to own stock control, inventory management and goods movement. You will drive stock accuracy, planning and operational performance across the business, reporting to the Operations Director.

The role requires a data-driven, organised professional with strong Excel skills and experience with MRP systems, plus the ability to collaborate across purchasing, production and logistics to optimise supply chain processes.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in stock control, inventory management, supply chain, or materials planning.
• Strong manufacturing background is essential.
• Excellent understanding and practical experience of MRP systems.
• Data-driven with strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Advanced Excel and systems proficiency.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proactive problem solver who drives process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of stock control and inventory management.
• Oversee goods-in and goods-out processes with accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate stock records across multiple product lines.
• Utilise and optimise MRP systems to support production planning.
• Collaborate with purchasing, production, warehousing and logistics teams.
• Analyse stock movements and generate decision-support reports.
• Identify opportunities to improve stock accuracy and reduce waste.
• Monitor KPIs and report to Operations Director.
• Lead stock audits, cycle counts and reconciliations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.

Skills

Stock control

Inventory management

MRP systems

Data analysis

Advanced Excel

Organisational skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Process improvement

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly organised and data-driven Stock control Manager to join our growing manufacturing business. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious supply chain professional to take ownership of stock control, inventory management, and goods movement across the business, with a clear pathway into a future Operations Management role.

Reporting directly to the Operations Director, the Stock control Manager will play a critical role in ensuring the efficient flow of materials and finished products through the organisation while driving improvements in stock accuracy, planning, and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of stock control and inventory management.
• Oversee all goods-in and goods-out processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate stock records and inventory levels across multiple product lines.
• Utilise and optimise MRP systems to support production planning and stock availability.
• Work closely with purchasing, production, warehousing, and logistics teams to ensure supply chain efficiency.
• Analyse stock movements and generate reports to support operational decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve stock accuracy, reduce waste, and enhance operational processes.
• Monitor key performance indicators and provide regular reporting to the Operations Director.
• Lead stock audits, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliation activities.
• As the Stock control Manager you will support the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives throughout the supply chain function.

About You

• Proven experience in a Stock Control, Inventory Management, Supply Chain, or Materials Planning role.
• Strong background within a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Excellent understanding and practical experience of MRP systems.
• Data-driven with strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Advanced Excel and systems proficiency.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• A proactive problem solver who enjoys improving processes and delivering results.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• As the Stock control Manager you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing manufacturing business.
• Direct exposure to senior leadership.
• A clear development path towards a full Operations management / Director position.
• A supportive environment focused on continuous improvement and professional growth.

If you are a driven stock and supply chain professional looking for the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.