Kenna Recruitment has a new opportunity for a Stock Controller to join one of the UK's Leading Construction companies on a permanent basis in Peterborough. We are urgently looking for someone to start as soon as possible. Inventory Management: Stock Monitoring Regularly monitor stock levels across various product lines to ensure availability aligns with production schedules. Conduct periodic physical inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies between actual stock and recorded inventory. Ordering And Replenishment Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials, placing orders as necessary to prevent production delays. Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers to negotiate favourable terms and resolve any supply chain issues. Reporting/Data Analysis: Generate comprehensive reports on stock levels, usage patterns, and turnover rates to inform finance Manager Analyse stock movement data to identify trends and forecast future inventory needs, adjusting orders accordingly. Performance Metrics Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory management and monitor performance against these metrics to drive improvement. Collaboration Work closely with production teams to understand material requirements and adjust stock levels accordingly. Liaise with the Buyer to ensure alignment between purchasing decisions and production schedules. Communication Serve as a point of contact for internal teams regarding inventory status, providing timely updates on stock availability and expected delivery dates. Process Improvement Implement and maintain efficient stock control processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company policies. Identify opportunities for cost savings through improved inventory management practices and waste reduction. Ensure goods are inspected in accordance with Taylor Wimpey Procedures & Policies. Carry out annual stock take, and report results to the Finance Manager, manging discrepancies and investigating causes Technology Utilisation Utilise inventory management software to streamline operations, ensuring accurate tracking of stock levels and movements. Stay updated on industry trends and technologies that could enhance inventory management efficiency. Primary Responsibilities Oversee and maintain the inventory of materials and stocked products, including stock profiles and designated locations. Manage and conduct inventory stock counts and accuracy check to ensure precision in inventory records. Organise and control the goods inward and stock control departments to effectively support production and align with business objectives. Ensure that incoming products are received and processed in accordance with company procedures. Guarantee that materials are prepared and available for production as needed. Take charge of planning and executing regular stock takes. Generate and provide regular reports and statistics on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. Collaborate with warehouse, purchasing, and other department managers to enhance inventory control procedures. Assist the buyer with procurement tasks as needed. Responsible for reporting and documenting waste materials, logging this information in Sage X3. Experience, Qualifications, Technical Requirements Have a working knowledge and ability to use Sage or a similar package plus Microsoft Office, especially Outlook and Excel Self-Motivated and able to work Autonomously Experience with computerized systems with respect to barcode scanning Knowledge of building materials Good communication and negotiating skills