Warehouse Operative - Stock Controller

Topps Tiles; Northampton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Topps Tiles, part of the Topps Group, operates a distribution centre near NN4 9EX. We are seeking a Stock Controller for the late shift (2 PM – 10 PM). The role involves maintaining stock records, managing returns, and resolving stock discrepancies with a small warehouse team to ensure timely despatches.

The job requires working knowledge of WMS/ERP systems, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Heavy lifting is a feature of this position.

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.
• Good problem-solving and communication skills.
• Flexibility to support warehouse picking and operational activities when required.

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

WMS/ERP

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

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.