Stock Analyst
£26k-£27k per annum
Monday - Friday / General Office Hours
Wrexham
Our client based in the Wrexham area is currently looking for a Stock Analyst to join their team on a permanent basis. The successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining stock integrity, supporting product compliance processes, and ensuring audit readiness across all sites. The role reports directly to the Stock Control & Compliance Manager. The candidate will play a key role in safeguarding stock accuracy, supporting inbound quality checks, and contributing to audit and compliance requirements. The role requires strong problem‑solving skills, intermediate Excel proficiency, a systems focused mindset, excellent attention to detail, and an inquisitive approach.
Performance Objectives
Audit & Product Compliance
* Maintain compliance documentation, including LTSDs (Long term supplier declaration) and supplier product records.
* Conduct data checks for current and new products (GS1 standards, barcodes, labels, and product specifications).
* Assist with traceability exercises, mock recalls, and audit preparation.
* Gather and organise data related to product recalls, quality concerns, and audit evidence.
* Support the review and implementation of product regulatory or legislative changes.
Stock Integrity & Traceability
* Develop a strong understanding of stock systems, transactions, and data flows.
* Serve as a key point of contact for stock‑related enquiries.
* Reconcile stock data between Sage X3 and third‑party WMS platforms.
* Proactively investigate and resolve discrepancies, stock‑on‑hold issues and allocation problems.
* Monitor inventories, shelf life, part pallets, rotation and cycle counts, ensuring accurate reconciliation and reporting.
* Process stock adjustments and disposals when required.
Inbound & Quality Control
* Monitor receiving schedules and request or verify shipping and delivery documentation.
* Update system records for order changes (codes, dates, quantities).
* Analyse BBE / shelf life and liaise with suppliers as required.
* Share pre‑advice documentation with warehouses and proactively highlight anomalies or deviations.
* Check and confirm goods receipts and process them promptly in the system.
* Work with suppliers and warehouses to resolve variances, damages, quality issues, and other non‑conformities affecting stock accuracy.
* Handle the registration, tracking, and closure of purchase returns and outstanding enquiries to maintain accurate inventory records.
Additional Responsibilities
* Support weekly/monthly stock cut‑offs and maintain stock reporting/KPIs.
* Assist with product creation in the system.
* Identify and analyse recurring issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and recommend improvements.
* Adhere to established processes and procedures and contribute to their continuous improvement.
* Support system testing or updates related to stock workflow.
* Undertake additional duties as required.
Person Specification
Essential
* Exceptional attention to detail and strong record‑keeping accuracy.
* Problem‑solving ability, with a practical and compliance‑focused approach.
* Intermediate Excel proficiency (e.g., formulas, lookups, pivot tables).
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Ability to prioritise, work independently, and manage workload effectively.
Desirable
* Minimum one year in a stock control or inventory environment.
* Familiarity with GS1 standards and product compliance requirements.
* Experience with Sage X3 or similar ERP systems.
* Familiarity with EDI transactions (e.g. purchase orders, ASNs, or goods receipt confirmations).
* Understanding of supply chain and distribution principles.
Benefits
* 28 days holiday, including bank holidays.
* Company pension scheme.
* Benenden Health membership.
* Free eye test voucher.
* Free annual flu jab.
* Mental Health First Aid Team support.
* Regular company events.
* Free on‑site parking.
* A supportive and collaborative work environment.
* Hybrid working arrangement (minimum 2 office days).
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