Stock Controller

Location:

LBS Head Office, Ammanford

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Stock Controller to take ownership of stock management across the business. This is a pivotal role responsible for maintaining optimal inventory levels, managing pricing structures, and ensuring the integrity of our stock systems.

You will act as the primary point of contact for stock-related matters within our IQ system, driving efficiency, accuracy, and continuous improvement across procurement and stock control operations.

• Maintain and manage stock levels in line with business parameters and demand forecasting
• Oversee perpetual and annual stock takes, including reporting and system coordination
• Develop and implement company-wide stock take protocols
• Rationalise stock profiles and eliminate duplication while maintaining range integrity
• Manage slow-moving, discontinued, and obsolete stock, including supplier cleanses
• Identify gaps and opportunities within the product range

• Maintain PRQs and place orders for timber and sheet materials
• Process imported orders and implement structured 5-tier pricing models
• Maintain and update the company price book, including supplier price changes
• Monitor competitor pricing to ensure market competitiveness
• Optimise margins through strategic pricing and price breaks

• Act as the lead contact for IQ stock system issues and improvements
• Maintain accurate stock data, including min/max levels and product coding
• Utilise AI-driven tools within IQ to optimise stock control processes
• Support PIM processes, ensuring accurate product data and imagery for e-commerce

• Work closely with Procurement, Operations, Marketing, and Branch teams
• Support promotional planning by ensuring adequate stock availability
• Communicate pricing, stock updates, and supplier changes across the business

• Deliver mandated stock reporting across the supply base
• Ensure adherence to company procedures and health & safety standards

• Proven experience in a senior stock control or inventory management role
• Strong understanding of end-to-end stock systems (IQ experience desirable)
• Commercially aware with experience in pricing strategy and margin management
• Highly analytical with strong attention to detail
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence across departments
• Experience with in timber, construction materials, or similar sectors preferred

If you are a proactive and detail-driven stock professional looking to make a tangible impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Some of the benefits of working for us

• Profit Share Bonus Scheme
• Online discount portal including money off retail brands and holidays
• Employee Care Helpline and access to a digital GP
• staff discount scheme
• Death in Service
• formal training and career progression opportunities

Hours of work:

An average of 38.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 7.30am - 4.30pm.

Salary:

Depending on Experience