Inventory Controller
Location: Chessington Salary: £28,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week Working Pattern: 8:00am - 4:00pm (flexible start times available, e.g. 7:00am) Contract: Permanent No weekends
The Role
Our client is seeking an experienced Inventory Controller to support the effective management of their inventory function within a busy warehouse operation. This role is key to ensuring inventory accuracy, meeting KPIs, and supporting operational teams to reduce stock discrepancies and picking errors.
You will work closely with warehouse and inventory management to maintain stock integrity, support audits, and continuously improve inventory processes in line with customer SLAs.
Key Responsibilities
Complete PI counts accurately and on time in line with KPI requirements
Carry out suspense investigations, ensuring discrepancies are thoroughly reviewed and documented
Process stock adjustments, ensuring all checks are completed and adjustments are fully auditable
Respond to credit checks and general stock queries within agreed timescales
Conduct goods-in audits for previous-day bookings
Perform locked, unlocked, and empty bin checks in line with agreed schedules
Support warehouse management tasks, including product verification for new lines
Assist with the day-to-day management of pick runs alongside warehouse managers
Support the Inventory Supervisor with additional tasks as required
Proactively identify issues and contribute ideas to improve inventory accuracy and efficiency
Work in line with company values, promoting a positive and professional working environment
Ensure all activities comply with health and safety procedures
Skills & Competencies
High attention to detail with a methodical and accurate approach to work
Strong teamwork skills with the ability to build effective working relationships
Clear and professional communication skills at all levels
Customer-focused mindset, ensuring service levels are consistently met
Strong time management and organisational skills
Proactive, self-motivated, and solution-oriented
Flexible and willing to support wider operational needs when required
Experience & Requirements
Previous experience within an Inventory or Stock Control function (management experience desirable)
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Experience using Red Prairie (desirable)
FLT licence desirable but not essential
What's on Offer
£28,000 per annum
Monday to Friday working only - no weekends
Flexible start times to support work-life balance
Stable, permanent role within a supportive operations team
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