Stock Investigator

TN United Kingdom; Chichester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading logistics team as a Stock Investigator, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring a seamless supply chain. This position offers flexibility with remote work options, a focus on efficiency, and opportunities for professional growth. Enjoy a supportive work environment with competitive benefits, including generous annual leave and a contributory pension plan.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory pension plan

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics or supply chain preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and proactive issue resolution.

Responsibilities

• Investigate discrepancies in inventory and shipments.
• Liaise with teams and vendors to resolve logistics issues.
• Maintain documentation of discrepancies and resolutions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Analytical skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join Our Team as a Stock Investigator and Be the Heart of Our Logistics!

Your Role

As a Stock Investigator, you'll be the unsung hero who ensures our supply chain flows seamlessly. You'll investigate discrepancies, identify their causes, and resolve issues swiftly. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a significant impact on our efficiency. After initial training, enjoy the flexibility of working from home two days a week, balancing your career with a great work-life harmony.

Your Responsibilities

• Investigate discrepancies related to inventory, shipments, and deliveries to identify and resolve issues.
• Accurately record and update discrepancies in the internal system, ensuring all records are complete and up-to-date.
• Liaise with internal teams, vendors, and clients to clarify issues and ensure smooth logistics operations.
• Collaborate with relevant departments to find solutions to discrepancies and prevent future occurrences.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of discrepancies, actions taken, and resolutions.
• Provide feedback and suggest process improvements to reduce discrepancies and enhance efficiency.

Your Skills and Experiences

• Experience in logistics, supply chain, or administrative roles is preferred but not required.
• Attention to detail to spot discrepancies quickly and maintain high accuracy.
• Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for liaising with stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with logistics or warehouse management systems is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to resolving issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently when needed.

Please note that applying for this role involves participating in employment screening, including criminal record checks and identity validation. Successful applicants will need to provide necessary documentation for these checks. Appointment is conditional upon satisfactory results.

Good Reasons to Join

If you become a valued member of our team, you'll be rewarded for your commitment and expertise. Benefits include 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with opportunities to earn additional days. Join our contributory pension plan and benefit from our Route 2 Rewards scheme, offering discounts, recognition, and wellbeing resources. We also support our colleagues and their immediate families through an employee assistance program providing 24/7 access to GPs, legal and financial advice, and mental health counseling.