Stock controller

DHL Supply Chain; Northampton; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

On-site canteen

33 days annual leave

Flexible working

Pension scheme

Job summary

Stock Controller role at DHL Supply Chain in Northampton (NN4 9BD). You will manage stock accuracy, run counts and reconciliations, and investigate discrepancies to ensure precise inventory. Proficiency with JDA/WMS and Excel is essential for reporting and daily operations.

The role supports continuous improvement in stock control, with a proactive approach to data-driven problem solving in a fast-paced logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Stock control experience within warehouse/logistics
• Strong numerical data handling and analysis
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data management
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and data reporting

Responsibilities

• Manage stock accuracy across ambient warehouse areas
• Conduct stock counts, cycle counts and reconciliations
• Investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions
• Use JDA/WMS to maintain inventory records
• Produce stock reports using Excel and internal systems
• Support investigations and resolve stock-related issues
• Collaborate with operations to improve stock accuracy and warehouse efficiency
• Assist with picking/packing and general warehouse duties as needed
• Contribute to housekeeping and safe working practices

Skills

Stock control experience

Analytical

Mathematical literacy

MS Excel

Tools

JDA Stock Control Systems

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

Pay Rate: £27,162.50
Grade: RCS O
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Shift patterns: 4 on, 4 off | 6:00 -18:00 | Days
Location: Northampton, NN4 9BD

At DHL Supply Chain, we're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Stock Controller to join our dynamic warehouse operation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with stock control experience who enjoys investigating discrepancies, analysing data, and ensuring inventory accuracy within a fast-paced logistics environment.

A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVLOVE

• Managing stock accuracy and inventory control across ambient warehouse areas.
• Conducting stock counts, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliation activities.
• Investigating stock discrepancies and customer inventory queries, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Using warehouse management systems, including JDA Stock Control Systems, to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Producing stock and inventory reports using Microsoft Excel and other internal systems.
• Supporting customer investigations and providing timely resolution to stock-related issues.
• Working closely with operational teams to drive continuous improvements in stock accuracy and warehouse efficiency.
• Picking, packing and sorting orders in a fast-paced environment when required.
• Supporting general warehouse operations, including housekeeping and maintaining a safe working environment.

THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

• Have previous Stock Control or Inventory Management experience within a warehouse or logistics environment.
• Possess strong mathematical literacy and confidence working with numerical data.
• Are analytical and enjoy being an investigative problem solver, with the ability to identify trends and resolve discrepancies.
• Have strong PC skills, including a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Have experience using Warehouse Management Systems, ideally JDA or similar stock control platforms.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Can prioritise workloads and perform effectively in a fast-paced operation.
• Have a flexible, positive attitude and enjoy working collaboratively with colleagues and customers.
• Are comfortable completing stock-related assessments as part of the recruitment process, including a numerical and accuracy-based test.

WHY JOIN US?

• Free parking and on-site canteen
• 33 days annual leave ( Including Bank Holidays)
• We're happy to talk about flexible working - just ask about alternative patterns at interview
• Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
• Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
• Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
• Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
• Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chain to learn more

WHO WE ARE

We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

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