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Azenta UK, Ltd.
At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.
All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity
Job Title
Inventory Control Team Leader
Job Description
Azenta Life Sciences specialises in the design, manufacture and marketing of consumables and bench top instrumentation for the life sciences industry.
As the Inventory Control Team Leader, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of inventory accuracy and control within the warehouse. This role involves leading a team, overseeing stock management processes, ensuring data integrity, and driving operational efficiency to support business goals.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Inventory Management & Accuracy
Monitor stock levels and ensure they are maintained within agreed parameters
Manage regular cycle counts & reconciliation to ensure records match physical inventory
Organise & manage annual stock count
Investigate & resolve inventory discrepancies
Ensure proper documentation & recordkeeping for stock movements
Oversee stock rotation and ensure items nearing expiration are managed effectively
* Leadership & Team Supervision
Lead, train, assign tasks & oversee daily operations of the inventory & goods in teams
Assign tasks & oversee daily operations
Monitor & manage product scrapping process
Ensure team members follow best practices & company policies
Provide performance feedback & conduct periodic evaluations
* Stock Control & Optimization
Coordinate with production & warehouse teams to optimize stock availability
Minimize stock shortages, overstocking & dead stock
Ensure proper labelling, storage & handling of inventory
Implement strategies to improve inventory turnover
Review stock for short dated, expired stock & stock levels
New supplier set-up process
* Warehouse Organization
Ensure the warehouse is organized to optimise space and allow for efficient stock retrieval during peak periods.
Implement & maintain warehouse labelling systems for easy identification & tracking
* Receiving
Oversee the receipt, inspection, & documentation of deliveries to ensure accuracy & compliance with PO/TO’s
Assist the Goods In team with any stock queries
Systems Management
Utilize inventory software to track stock levels
Ensure the accuracy of data input into systems for inventory tracking
System data cleansing
* Compliance & Safety
Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures & safety regulations
Maintain compliance with industry standards & legal requirements
Train team members on proper handling of inventory to prevent damage & loss
Assist in keeping the warehouse organized
* Reporting & Communication
Generate inventory reports & analyze data for decision making
Prepare reports on stock levels & discrepancies
Track & report any stock losses or damages to Line Manager
Communicate stock status, shortages & issues to relevant departments
Collaborate with teams to streamline operations
What You’ll Bring
Proven experience with ERP/inventory management systems.
In-depth knowledge of warehousing practices and inventory control.
High level of attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Strong Problem-solving Skills And Sound Decision-making Capabilities.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines.
Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at HR.Recruiting@azenta.com for assistance.
Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Management and Manufacturing
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