Stock Controller

International Logistics Group; Hardingstone; On-site; GBP 27,380 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health benefits

22 days holiday increasing with tenure

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in Hardingstone seeks a Stock Controller to manage stock processes, maintain efficiency, and collaborate with teams. The ideal candidate will have stock control experience, proficiency in MS Office, and the ability to improve operational processes. This role offers a salary of £27,380 - £30,000 per annum, alongside benefits such as pension, holiday, and employee assistance programs. Join a fast-growing company dedicated to employee development and success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in stock control and inventory management.
• Strong understanding of MS Office applications.
• Ability to develop processes to enhance departmental efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock take and audit processes.
• Improve performance to meet site KPIs.
• Collaborate with Customer Services and Warehouse Team leaders.

Skills

Stock control experience

Methodical approach

Team management

Problem-solving

MS Office proficiency

Tools

3ex.net/Snap warehouse management system

Job description

Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days out of 7, 6am – 2pm

Salary: £27,380 – £30,000 per annum, depending on experience

We’re an award-winning, market‑leading 3PL specialising in high‑quality order fulfillment and delivery services. ILG customers are premium brands, many in the beauty, fashion and wellbeing sectors. Our mission is to help them succeed. ILG is a people business – we invest in training and development, recognising and rewarding our people’s achievements and creating opportunities for them to progress within our business. So, if you want to develop an exciting career, learn from a friendly team and realise your full potential in a fast‑growing company, this is the role for you.

The role

Warehouse Operations are at the heart of what we do. Our customers choose ILG because our attention to detail across services like picking, embroidery and engraving adds something special to their brand.

As a Stock Controller your duties will include:

• Managing and coordinating stock take/stock audit and cycle counting activities to ensure the required level of service is provided to the customer
• Maintaining and improving performance levels to maximise accuracy of stock figures in line with site KPIs
• Proactively looking for process improvements with a methodical and consistent approach
• Taking responsibility for problem investigation and resolution
• Ensuring activities are cost effective
• Working closely with Customer Services, Warehouse Team Leaders and external customers to facilitate stock control procedures
• Attending daily briefings and ensuring effective communications with the Operations Team

This role will be predominately working on a 6am – 2pm shift.

What we are looking for

• Previous experience of stock control and inventory management
• Methodical and able to demonstrate the ability to prioritise workload and tasks
• Possess an understanding of 3ex.net/Snap warehouse management system preferred
• An understanding of MS office packages (Excel, Word, Outlook) (essential)
• Ability to react within a complex and growing operational environment
• Able to develop and roll out processes and systems to improve efficiency of department
• Forward thinking with the ability to ‘think on your feet’
• Ability to motivate and manage a small team

Job Application Requirements

• Right to Work in the UK & Basic DBS Check – You must have the legal right to work in the UK, (we are not able to sponsor you). If successful, you will also need to pass a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before starting employment. We use a third‑party checking service for each of these, so you will need to provide them with relevant information if offered a role with us.
• References – We reserve the right to request two or more references, to cover the past five years of your employment history. Please ensure you can provide accurate contact details for each of your referees.
• English Language – You must be able to work in English; enough to fully understand spoken and written work instructions, follow health and safety guidance and participate in discussions with your manager or colleagues.

If you meet the role requirements, as well as the above, and are ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.

Please be aware we will be considering applications as we receive them and arranging interviews accordingly. Depending on the volume of applications we receive we may close this advert ahead of the advertised closing date.

Benefits

• Pension, Life Assurance, Healthshield Cash Plan and Discount Perks
• 22 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays) increasing to 25 days after 2 complete holiday years, with the option to buy/sell holiday
• Birthday leave
• Free on‑site parking, with electric car charging at certain locations
• Range of employee awards
• Uniform and full PPE provided
• Employee assistance programme to promote mental health wellbeing