Stock Controller

RAD Fire Sprinklers Co. Ltd; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

RAD Fire Sprinklers Co. Ltd in Tunbridge Wells is seeking a Stock Controller to source materials for fire protection projects across the UK and Ireland, ensuring the right products meet specifications and value for money.

You will work with design, project delivery and finance to manage supplier relationships, place orders, monitor deliveries, and maintain accurate stock records while supporting programme needs and budget controls.

Qualifications

• Stock control, purchasing and procurement support experience.
• Experience obtaining supplier quotations and placing orders.
• Maintaining stock records and forecasting material needs.
• Coordinating deliveries and resolving shortages with suppliers.
• Checking purchase orders against delivery notes and invoices.
• Ability to work independently to meet project deadlines with clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing materials for projects across the UK and Ireland.
• Ensuring products meet technical specifications and value for money.
• Collaborating with design, project delivery and finance teams.
• Managing supplier relationships and tracking deliveries.
• Maintaining accurate stock levels and documentation.

Skills

Stock control

Purchasing

Procurement support

Supplier management

Forecasting

Budgeting

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Bluebeam

Job description

Based out of Tunbridge Wells, the Stock Controller role is a standalone opportunity for someone who is looking at getting into sourcing stock and overseeing project needs. The Stock Controller will be responsible for sourcing materials needed for projects across the UK and Ireland.

Working closely with design, project delivery and finance, you will ensure that the right products are available at the right time, meet approved technical specifications and deliver value for money without compromising quality or safety. The role combines supplier management, purchasing, stock control and delivery coordination to support project programmes, control costs and maintain a reliable supply chain.

Experience:

• Previous experience in stock control, purchasing, procurement support or materials coordination, including experience gained in an administrative or support role.
• Experience obtaining and comparing supplier quotations, placing orders and following up delivery dates, with an understanding of pricing, lead times and value for money.
• Experience maintaining accurate stock and purchasing records, monitoring material availability and supporting replenishment using spreadsheets or stock management systems.
• Experience coordinating deliveries and resolving shortages, damaged goods, incorrect orders or returns with suppliers and internal teams.
• Experience checking purchase orders against delivery notes and supplier invoices, identifying discrepancies and liaising with finance to resolve them.
• Experience managing competing priorities and working independently to meet project deadlines, while keeping colleagues informed of supply issues.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills for forecasting and budgeting.
• High attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Effective communication skills to resolve issues with external and internal teams.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suites such as Outlook and Excel.
• Experience using Bluebeam will be advantageous
• A full UK driving licence may be required due to occasional travel to site.
• Experience within fire protection, construction, building services or a related technical supply environment would be advantageous, particularly familiarity with purchasing against product specifications and obtaining supporting certification.