Stock Controller

IGB Group; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression and growth

Continuous training in logistics and S

Standard weekday hours

Company pension scheme

On-site parking

Job summary

Kianxia Logistics is seeking a Stock Controller to join our Sunderland operation. You will manage daily inventory, oversee stock movements and ensure data accuracy within our warehouse systems.

Key responsibilities include regular stock takes, discrepancy investigations and collaboration with dispatch to maintain smooth stock flow. Proficiency in Blue Yonder WMS and Excel is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong stock control knowledge and cycle counting experience.
• Excellent numerical and data accuracy skills.
• Ability to communicate with internal teams and drivers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory control procedures using Blue Yonder WMS.
• Conduct stock takes, audits and cycle counts to maintain accuracy.
• Investigate stock discrepancies and variances.
• Monitor inbound and outbound goods receipts to ensure matching paperwork.
• Collaborate with warehouse operations, transport planners and dispatch teams.
• Maintain pick locations, stock profiling and warehouse space utilization.
• Generate daily/weekly stock reports for management.

Skills

Stock control

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Blue Yonder (JDA/RedPrairie) WMS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Stock Controller

Company: Kianxia Logistics

Location: Sunderland (SR3 3XG)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Position Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

Kianxia Logistics is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Stock Controller to join our operational team at our SR3 3XG facility. You will be responsible for overseeing inventory accuracy, managing stock movements, performing cycle counts, and ensuring accurate data entry within our warehouse management systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage daily inventory control procedures using Blue Yonder (JDA) software.
• Conduct regular stock takes, audits, and cycle counts to maintain real-time system accuracy.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies, variances, mispicks, and damaged goods.
• Monitor inbound and outbound goods receipts, ensuring paperwork and physical counts match.
• Collaborate closely with warehouse operations, transport planners, and dispatch teams to maintain smooth stock flow.
• Maintain optimal pick locations, stock profiling, and warehouse space utilization.
• Generate daily/weekly stock reporting for operational management.

Required Experience & Skills

• Software: Hands-on experience using Blue Yonder (JDA/RedPrairie) WMS is essential.
• Background: Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a Stock Controller, Inventory Controller, or similar logistics/warehouse role.
• Strong understanding of stock control methodologies, stock counts, and discrepancy investigations.
• High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and general WMS systems.
• Excellent numerical skills, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with internal teams, drivers, and management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Clear career progression and professional growth opportunities within a expanding business
• Continuous training and skills development in logistics and supply chain management
• Standard weekday hours
• Company pension scheme
• On-site parking at SR3