Stock & Inventory Controller
Location: Hemel Hempstead. Salary: £33,000 - £35,000. Hours: Full Time | Permanent | Monday to Friday (37.5 hours) 9.00 am to 5.30 pm occasional weekends for stock taking.
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Stock & Inventory Controller to join a leading global technology business that delivers innovative digital transformation solutions within hospitality, retail and quick service restaurant brands. This is a pivotal role within the Supply Chain team, responsible for managing inventory, forecasting demand, coordinating logistics and ensuring stock availability across a fast paced operational environment. Working closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers and international manufacturing partners, you will play a key role in maintaining service levels and supporting customer delivery requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintain accurate inventory records across multiple locations
* Conduct regular stock audits and cycle counts
* Investigate stock discrepancies and implement corrective actions
* Monitor aged, excess and obsolete stock
* Manage reorder points, safety stock levels and lead times
* Ensure adherence to inventory control best practices including FIFO
Forecasting & Demand Planning
* Analyse customer forecasts and demand trends
* Support inventory planning and stock modelling activities
* Monitor forecast accuracy and recommend improvements
* Work closely with Sales and Purchasing teams to optimise stock availability
Logistics & Supply Chain Operations
* Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics activities
* Manage purchase orders, sales orders, invoicing and goods receipt processes
* Support import and export activities and ensure compliance with regulations
* Resolve delivery and logistics issues in a timely manner
* Deputise for the Supply Chain Manager when required
Stakeholder & Supplier Management
* Act as a key point of contact for internal teams, suppliers and customers
* Build strong relationships with logistics partners and manufacturers
* Monitor supplier performance and address operational issues
* Support commercial discussions including pricing, discounts and rebates
Reporting & Analysis
* Maintain accurate data within Sage or ERP systems
* Produce inventory and supply chain reports
* Track key performance indicators including stock accuracy, inventory turnover and service levels
* Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost savings
* Provide meaningful insights through data analysis and reporting
About You
* Proven experience in stock control, inventory management or supply chain operations
* Strong understanding of inventory management principles including stock accuracy, safety stock
* Experience using ERP or inventory management systems
* Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables, lookups and data analysis
* Power BI experience
* Strong analytical and problem solving skills
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
* The ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively under pressure
* High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Desirable Experience
* Sage 200 or similar ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle or NetSuite
* Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
* Demand planning or S&OP exposure
What’s in it for you
* Join a growing global technology business
* Work with internationally recognised brands
* Varied and challenging role with genuine career development opportunities
* Collaborative and supportive team environment
* Opportunity to influence supply chain performance and business success
Additional Information
* 25 days plus bank holidays
* Free on site parking
* Company bonus based on individual performance and company
* Pension
* Gym allowance
* Eye testing
* Kitchen and break out area
* Employee assistance programme
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