Job Description
Wakefield
£29,000 | 9-Month Temp 3 month rolling | Hybrid (3 Days Office)
We are recruiting a Supply Chain Controller to join a large, fast-paced supply chain operation based in Wakefield in June/July.
This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week in the office.
Applicants must live within commutable distance of Wakefield. Ideal locations include Wakefield, Leeds or Barnsley.
The Role
This position combines elements of product life cycle management and operational supplier performance. You will play a key role in ensuring product availability, managing supplier performance, and maintaining inventory accuracy across a complex distribution network.
Key Responsibilities
* Analyse demand and support stockholding decisions (Stocked vs eDirect)
* Plan and place supplier orders
* Support new product onboarding and transitions
* Monitor supplier OTIF performance
* Manage aged, suspended and excess stock
* Maintain accurate inventory data
* Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve supply issues
* Support continuous improvement across planning and supply processes
What We’re Looking For on your CV
* Experience in Inventory, Supply Planning or Supplier Performance Management
* Intermediate Excel skills (Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP highly beneficial)
Other areas
* Confident communicator able to challenge constructively
* Proactive and solution-focused mindset
The Package
* £29,000
* 9-month temporary to permanent opportunity
* Hybrid working – 3 days per week in the Wakefield office
* Onsite parking
* Accessible from Wakefield train station with a free shuttle bus to site
* 45-minute Teams interviews taking place over the next couple of weeks