Warehouse Operative - Stock Controller

Topps Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Topps Group is seeking a Stock Controller for the late shift at our Northampton distribution centre. The role focuses on maintaining accurate stock records, handling returns, and resolving discrepancies using WMS/ERP systems.

You will join a small team and support picking, packing, receipts and despatches, with an emphasis on accuracy and timely processing. Candidates should have warehouse stock control experience, strong system skills, and good communication and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Previous stock control experience within a warehouse environment.
• Strong knowledge of WMS/ERP or inventory management systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate stock records and inventory integrity using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and other business systems.
• Manage the returns process, ensuring returned stock is accurately processed, quarantined where necessary, and correctly recorded within inventory systems.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies, carrying out cycle counts and stock audits to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Work closely within a small warehouse team to support the smooth and efficient operation of the late shift.
• Monitor stock movements, receipts, and despatches, ensuring all transactions are processed correctly and in a timely manner.
• Provide operational support by undertaking picking, packing, and other warehouse duties as required to meet customer and business demands.
• Use strong system skills and attention to detail to analyse stock issues, produce reports, and identify opportunities for process improvement.

Skills

Stock control

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Flexibility

Tools

WMS

ERP

Job description

About The Role

Stock Controller Shift Operatives –

Big things are happening at Topps Group, home to premier UK tile brands including CTD, Topps Tiles, Pro Tiler Tools, Parkside and Fired Earth. We are committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients.

Working within our distribution centre based at NN4 9EX, you will be working 2PM - 10PM. Our products are heavy, and lifting is a massive part of this role, so we need people who are comfortable doing this.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate stock records and inventory integrity using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and other business systems.
• Manage the returns process, ensuring returned stock is accurately processed, quarantined where necessary, and correctly recorded within inventory systems.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies, carrying out cycle counts and stock audits to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Work closely within a small warehouse team to support the smooth and efficient operation of the late shift.
• Monitor stock movements, receipts, and despatches, ensuring all transactions are processed correctly and in a timely manner.
• Provide operational support by undertaking picking, packing, and other warehouse duties as required to meet customer and business demands.
• Use strong system skills and attention to detail to analyse stock issues, produce reports, and identify opportunities for process improvement.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Previous stock control experience within a warehouse environment.
• Strong knowledge of WMS, ERP, or inventory management systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
• Good problem-solving and communication skills.
• Flexibility to support warehouse picking and operational activities when required.

A career with Topps Group