Stock Controller

Backer Heatrod Ltd; Farnworth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK manufacturer of heating solutions is seeking a Stock Controller to join their Supply Chain team. This critical role involves managing stock accuracy, ensuring efficient inventory practices, and supporting the manufacturing process. The ideal candidate will have experience in stock control, a forklift licence, and strong IT skills, including Microsoft 365. The role offers various benefits including 25 days of holiday and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Cash Health Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Full training and support

Opportunities for career progression

Friendly and inclusive working environment

Pension scheme

On-site parking

Life assurance benefit

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or warehouse environments is essential.
• Forklift licence required.
• Ability to use inventory management systems is important.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock across a diverse product range.
• Ensure accurate inventory records and conduct stock counts.
• Investigate stock discrepancies and initiate corrective actions.

Skills

Proven experience in stock control

Forklift licence

Knowledge using inventory management systems

Strong IT skills, including Microsoft 365

Excellent attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Job Title: Stock Controller

Location: Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0AN

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Working Hours: 38 hours per week; Monday to Thursday 07:30 to 16:00 and Friday 07:30 to 12:50

About The Role

We are seeking a Stock Controller to join our Supply Chain team. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring inventory is accurately controlled, efficiently stored, and readily available to support manufacturing and operational requirements. The successful candidate will manage stock across a diverse product range, much of it small-batch, ensuring accuracy, traceability and strong stock discipline while working closely with internal teams.

About The Company

Backer Heatrod is a leading UK manufacturer of electric heating elements and industrial heating solutions. As part of the global NIBE Element Group, we design and produce both standard and bespoke heating products for a wide range of industries including process, food & beverage, and chemical sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Support warehouse inventory in line with company procedures and processes
• Receive, store and categorise stock to support internal and external distribution
• Ensure efficient use of warehouse space and correct stock location allocation
• Maintain accurate inventory records and reconcile stock systems
• Carry out daily and weekly rolling stock counts
• Investigate stock discrepancies and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Liaise with internal departments to support effective stock control
• Support the warehouse team as required
• Manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions in a fast‑paced environment

Essential (About You)

• Proven experience in stock control within a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Forklift licence
• Knowledge/Experience using inventory management systems
• Knowledge of goods‑in and stock control procedures
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft 365
• Excellent attention to detail and problem‑solving skills
• Flexible, accountable and a strong team player

Desirable

• Experience in Warehousing, Logistics or Supply Chain
• Demonstrable use of ERP/MRP systems

What We Can Offer You

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Cash Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Full training and support.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Friendly and inclusive working environment.
• Pension scheme based on auto enrolment percentages.
• On‑site parking
• Life assurance benefit