Stock Controller

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Whetsted; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing operations and fulfilment business in the United Kingdom is seeking an organised Stock Controller to maintain inventory accuracy and ensure smooth operations. You will work closely with various teams to manage stock levels, perform audits, and support order processing. The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills and experience in a warehouse or retail environment. This role requires attention to detail and effective communication to ensure compliance and timely service delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse and manage inventory data.
• Excellent attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Understanding of stock control, SKU management, and multi-channel operations.
• Experience within warehouse, retail, eCommerce, or fulfilment environments is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records within internal systems and associated platforms.
• Monitor stock levels to support same-day dispatch.
• Conduct daily cycle counts and scheduled stock audits.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies.
• Manage goods-in processes including booking and validation.
• Oversee internal stock movements across locations.
• Communicate stock issues proactively to internal teams.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Understanding of stock control

Experience in warehouse or retail

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

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KHR are working with a fast‑growing operations and fulfilment business that is seeking an organised and proactive Stock Controller to join their operations team.

The company supports ambitious online brands by delivering smart and reliable warehousing, fulfilment, and logistics solutions. Due to continued growth, they are looking for a highly organised individual to help maintain stock accuracy and ensure the smooth flow of inventory across a busy omnichannel operation.

Role Overview

The Stock Controller will play a key role in maintaining accurate inventory across the warehouse environment. Working closely with warehouse, client services, and operations teams, you will ensure stock integrity while supporting efficient order processing and service delivery for multiple clients and sales channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records within internal systems and associated platforms
• Monitor stock levels to support same‑day dispatch and agreed service levels
• Conduct daily cycle counts and scheduled stock audits
• Investigate, report, and resolve stock discrepancies
• Manage goods‑in processes, including booking, validation, and put‑away
• Oversee internal stock movements across locations and sales channels
• Process returns, quarantined stock, and quality checks
• Communicate stock issues proactively to internal teams
• Identify slow‑moving or aged stock and escalate where required
• Support peak trading periods and promotional activity
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and health & safety standards
• Produce regular inventory reports for internal stakeholders and clients

Candidate Profile

• Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse and manage inventory data
• Excellent attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Understanding of stock control, SKU management, and multi‑channel operations
• Experience within warehouse, retail, eCommerce, or fulfilment environments is beneficial
• Experience using a Warehouse Management System (WMS) is advantageous

The Stock Controller will be scheduled to work 5 days per week across 7 days. Typical hours of work are 12pm – 10pm.