Stock Operative (secondment)

WE United; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Farnell (an Avnet company) is seeking a Stock Operative to join our Leeds distribution centre on a full-time, on-site basis. You will perform inventory control tasks, including stock investigations, MSL checks, and audit compliance, ensuring data accuracy and product integrity.

The role requires strong alpha-numeric and Excel skills, with the ability to work at a fast pace and communicate effectively with managers and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Alpha-numeric data handling and Excel proficiency required.
• Strong attention to detail for stock checks and data entry.
• Good communication with managers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Perform stock investigations, MSL handling, and inventory audits.
• Assist with FMS and inspection queries; handle supplier returns and shortages.
• Maintain stock integrity and compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Alphanumeric

Microsoft Excel

Job description

## Stock Operative (secondment)Apply: Leeds, United Kingdom: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 21, 2026 (6 days left to apply): JR-024436**Farnell**Farnell, an Avnet company, is a global high-service distributor of technology products, services and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair.**Stock Operative** **Job Summary**Performs a variety of distribution centre inventory control activities (defined below) related to one or more of the following processes: Stock investigations, moisture sensitive lines (MSL), compliance and inventory support. Provides high quality, cost effective, and efficient service to meet current and future demands. ## ***This role is fully on site and working 10am-18pm shift*** **What will you be doing?*** New product set-up admin including the location of new products* Ensuring the quality control for products – MSL, Date and Lot etc* Counting the stock to ensure audit requirements are met* Assistance with the resolution of FMS and Inspection queries* Supplier returns – items which are no longer required for sale as defined by the product teams* Product shortages – responsible for the location of stock and completion of the warehouse shortage process if appropriate* Activities will require more technical skills and the highest levels of compliance to relevant standards.* The new warehouse management system will support these roles but high levels of operator knowledge and training will also be required.* Will involve more PC based activities using a range of systems. **What else could you be involved in?*** Responsible for the integrity of the products* Maintains a clean safe working environment at all times.* Communicates with manager/supervisor regarding any stock integrity issues or problems.* Ensures documents are complete, accurate and processed appropriately.* Identifies, investigates, and participates in opportunities to improve processes and procedures, to include various key performance metrics, continuous improvement and health & safety.* Maintains and updates systems as required.* Other duties as assigned **What about you?*** Ability to work in a fast paced environment to specific targets and deadlines.* Good communicator both internally and with wider stakeholders.* Passionate about customer satisfaction.* Able to identify opportunities and issues* Strong Alpha numeric and Microsoft (excel) skills* Able to work under minimum supervision The responsibilities listed above are not all inclusive and may be changed at any time based on the needs of the businessThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center in your region: Americas applicants – **[e-mail]**, Asia applicants - **[e-mail]**, EMEA applicants - **[e-mail]**.