Stock Analyst
Salary - £26k pa
Based - Wrexham
The successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining stock integrity, supporting product compliance processes, and ensuring audit readiness across all sites. The role reports directly to the Stock Control & Compliance Manager.
Key Responsibilities/Skills:
The candidate will play a key role in safeguarding stock accuracy, supporting inbound quality checks, and contributing to audit and compliance requirements.
The role requires strong problem-solving skills, intermediate Excel proficiency, a systems focused mindset, excellent attention to detail, and an inquisitive approach.
Main Duties: Audit & Product Compliance
Maintain compliance documentation, including LTSDs (Long term supplier declaration) and supplier product records
Conduct data checks for current and new products (GS1 standards, barcodes, labels, and product specifications)
Assist with traceability exercises, mock recalls, and audit preparation
Gather and organise data related to product recalls, quality concerns, and audit evidence
Support the review and implementation of product regulatory or legislative changes
Stock Integrity & Traceability
Develop a strong understanding of stock systems, transactions, and data flows
Serve as a key point of contact for stock-related enquiries
Reconcile stock data between Sage X3 and third-party WMS platforms
Proactively investigate and resolve discrepancies, stock-on-hold issues and allocation problems
Monitor inventories, shelf life, part pallets, rotation and cycle counts, ensuring accurate reconciliation and reporting
Process stock adjustments and disposals when required
Inbound & Quality Control
Monitor receiving schedules and request or verify shipping and delivery documentation
Update system records for order changes (codes, dates, quantities)
Analyse BBE / shelf life and liaise with suppliers as required
Share pre-advice documentation with warehouses and proactively highlight anomalies or deviations
Check and confirm goods receipts and process them promptly in the system
Work with suppliers and warehouses to resolve variances, damages, quality issues, and other non-conformities affecting stock accuracy
Handle the registration, tracking, and closure of purchase returns and outstanding enquiries to maintain accurate inventory records
Additional Responsibilities
Support weekly/monthly stock cut-offs and maintain stock reporting/KPIs
Assist with product creation in the system
Identify and analyse recurring issues, perform root-cause analysis, and recommend improvements
Adhere to established processes and procedures and contribute to their continuous improvement
Support system testing or updates related to stock workflow
Undertake additional duties as required
Essential Skills & Qualifications:
Exceptional attention to detail and strong record-keeping accuracy Problem-solving ability, with a practical and compliance-focused approach Intermediate Excel proficiency (e.g., formulas, lookups, pivot tables) Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to prioritise, work independently, and manage workload effectively
Desired Skills & Experience:
Minimum one year in a stock control or inventory environment Familiarity with GS1 standards and product compliance requirements Experience with Sage X3 or similar ERP systems
Familiarity with EDI transactions (e.g. purchase orders, ASNs, or goods receipt confirmations) Understanding of supply chain and distribution principles
Hours:
37.5 hours per week
Monday to Thursday: 9 am to 5 pm (30 min lunch) Friday: 8 am to 4 pm (30 min lunch)
Benefits
28 days holiday, including bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Benenden Health membership
Free eye test voucher
Free annual flu jab
Mental Health First Aid Team support
Regular company events
Free on-site parking
A supportive and collaborative work environment
Hybrid working arrangement (minimum 2 office days)