Stock Controller

Vertical Advantage Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing food FMCG brand in the UK is looking for a Stock Controller to ensure smooth inventory operations across multiple sites. You will monitor stock levels, manage order processing, and liaise with suppliers. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in stock control, strong numerical skills, and is proficient in MS Excel. This role offers excellent career development opportunities within a dynamic business.

Benefits

Benefits

Pension

Qualifications

• Proven extensive experience with stock control processes ideally in a head office function.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Analytical approach with strong problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor stock levels across warehouse and production sites.
• Manage daily and weekly stock movements.
• Liaise with suppliers and logistics partners.
• Produce weekly inventory and variance reports.
• Support the implementation of improved stock management systems.
• Work closely with production, finance, and procurement teams.

Skills

Stock control processes

MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)

Knowledge of ERP software

Experience with 3rd party logistics

Warehouse management systems

Job description

Job Title

Stock Controller (Multiple Positions Available)

Location

North London or Buckinghamshire

Salary

£30,000 - £35,000 + (Benefits and Pension)

Setup

4-days in-office / 1-day work-from-home

Vertical Advantage is working with a fast-growing food FMCG brand known for its high-quality products. The business continues to expand its UK presence, and they are now seeking a Stock Controllers to join their dynamic supply chain team.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in ensuring smooth inventory operations across multiple sites, while working closely with production, logistics, and procurement teams.

This is a great opportunity to join a rapidly expanding company, projecting high growth within the UK market. The role also offers excellent potential for career development and progression, providing a clear trajectory for individuals looking to grow and advance within a dynamic and fast-moving business.

Key Responsibilities

• Stock Control & Accuracy: Monitor stock levels across warehouse and production sites; conduct regular reconciliations to ensure data accuracy in ERP systems.
• Order Processing: Manage daily and weekly stock movements, raising and tracking POs as required to maintain optimal stock availability.
• Supplier & Logistics Coordination: Liaise with suppliers and logistics partners to manage deliveries, investigate variances, and ensure timely replenishment.
• Reporting & Analysis: Produce weekly inventory and variance reports, highlighting potential risks such as overstock or shortages.
• Process Improvement: Support the implementation of improved stock management systems and processes to drive efficiency and reduce waste.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with production, finance, and procurement teams to ensure smooth stock flow from supplier to shelf.

Experience

• Proven extensive experience with stock control processes ideally in a head office function.
• Proven experience in using MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Data Manipulation).
• Experience using industry standard ERP software packages.
• Previous workings with 3rd party logistics.
• Knowledge and experience of warehouse management systems.

About You

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail, excellent numerical skills and processing accuracy is essential.
• Excellent organization skills and be able to work to deadlines under minimum supervision.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels.
• Analytical approach with strong problem solving skills.