Overview
Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.
We are seeking an Inventory Controller for our Northampton site (NN4 5FB). The role involves supporting all stock movements and ensuring they are accurately recorded to maintain the integrity of stock valuation. You will help deliver a first class service to both our customers and Yusen Logistics (UK) Ltd, while maintaining strong communication and working within operational requirements. This is a warehouse-based role involving the packaging of products, with some manual handling required (up to 15 kg). We’re looking for someone who is customer-focused, a strong team player, and eager to learn and develop.
Benefits
* 25 days' holiday (excluding bank holidays)
* Free Eye Test *
* Employee Referral Scheme
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Critical Illness Cover
* Free online Fitness Platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
* On Site Mental health First Aiders
* Employee benefits i.e., Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
* Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
* Tailored development and career opportunities
* Health cash Plan
Main Responsibilities
* Managing stock control & updating WMS.
* Accurate stock counting, sometimes picking stock at height via a scissor lift MHE.
* Assisting Operations & Customer Services with queries.
* Assisting with proactive investigations of any stock discrepancies.
* Assisting the Team Leader with stock takes and customer counts.
* Maintain systems with accurate and real-time data.
* Provide accurate reporting to colleagues or customers as and when required.
* Take responsibility for themselves and others at all times observing Health and Safety and any related laws governing the workplace.
* Able to assist in other duties reasonably requested by the Team Leader and Management.
Main Skills & Experience
* Experience from an administration and stock control environment.
* A MHE Counter Balance licence would be advantageous but not essential.
* Proactive and flexible approach.
* Ability to prioritise and work under pressure.
* Attention to detail.
* Ability to prioritise tasks and attend to those most important first.
* Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
* Strong numeracy/literacy.
* Experience of using MS Outlook and Excel.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Please note that applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.
At Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process. Still, we encourage candidates to use them to enhance their applications rather than replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.
DISABILITY CONFIDENCE
Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer that encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants, regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.
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