Job Title: Stock Allocator
Location: Letchworth Garden City
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: Up to £35,000 (depending on experience)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
About the Role
I'm currently working with a growing business in Letchworth who are looking to add a Stock Allocator to their procurement/supply chain team.
This is a key role responsible for ensuring stock is in the right place at the right time across a multi-branch network. You'll play an important part in maintaining stock availability, supporting purchasing activity, and ensuring high service levels for both internal teams and customers.
Key Responsibilities
Manage stock levels across multiple locations to maintain optimal availability
Monitor stock distribution and rebalance inventory where required
Analyse product performance, identifying slow-moving or underperforming lines
Produce regular reports to highlight trends, risks, and opportunities
Manage back-order reports and take proactive steps to fulfil demand
Raise stock requests and support purchase order processes
Liaise with suppliers to track and progress deliveries
Work closely with warehouse and branch teams to resolve stock-related queries
Escalate stock issues and recommend practical solutions
Support the wider procurement team and contribute to continuous improvement
Skills & Experience Required
Previous experience in a stock allocation, merchandising, or supply chain role
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Confident Excel skills (pivot tables and lookups preferred)
Strong organisational and time management skills
Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships across teams
Experience with inventory or forecasting systems would be advantageous
Background in distribution, wholesale, or retail would be beneficial
What's on Offer
Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
Monday to Friday working hours (8:30am - 5:00pm)
Permanent, full-time opportunity
Training and development within procurement and supply chain
Supportive and collaborative team environment
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and keeping things running efficiently. If you have experience in stock-focused roles and are looking to develop further within supply chain or procurement, I'd love to hear from you