Inventory Controller
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Location: Bournemouth
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000
Hours: Monday - Thursday 06:30 - 16:00 | Friday 06:30 - 12:30
About the Company
This is an opportunity to join a specialist engineering and manufacturing business operating in high-performance environments. The company designs and produces advanced life support and communication systems used across industries such as oil & gas and nuclear.
You'll be part of a close-knit team including engineers, CAD designers, production, quality, and sales professionals, all working collaboratively to deliver high-quality, precision-built products.
The Role
As an Inventory Controller, you'll take ownership of stock accuracy, goods movement, and inventory processes across the business. This is a hands-on role where attention to detail and strong systems knowledge are key.
Key Responsibilities
Maintain accurate stock records using the company's MRP/ERP system
Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies, identifying root causes and implementing long-term solutions
Carry out cycle counts and full stock takes
Manage goods inwards: receiving, checking, and logging deliveries
Raise and resolve supplier issues (damaged/incorrect goods)
Ensure all relevant documentation and certificates are recorded and filed
Support production by updating progress against schedules
Coordinate import/export shipments and prepare shipping documentation
Monitor stock through production (WIP tracking)
Order consumables and maintain general warehouse organisation
Ensure high standards of health & safety and maintain a clean, organised workspace (5S)Skills & Experience
Experience in inventory control within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (experience with user-friendly systems preferred)
Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, etc.)
High attention to detail, particularly with Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Experience with cycle counting, auditing, and stock reconciliation
Understanding of demand planning and supplier lead times
Ability to analyse slow-moving or obsolete stock
Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis
Good understanding of health & safety practices
Physically capable of manual handling tasks
Forklift licence (desirable but not essential) Working Environment
Site-based role within a manufacturing facility
Collaborative team culture with a focus on accountability, trust, and xkybehq continuous improvement
Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and operational efficiencyWhat They're Looking For
This role would suit someone who:
Takes ownership and responsibility for their work
Is highly organised and detail-driven
Enjoys creating structure and improving processes
Works well both independently and as part of a team
Has a proactive, solutions-focused mindsetBenefits
Bonus scheme (performance-based)
Early finish on Fridays
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