Stock Controller

Job Title: Stock Controller

Location: Based at our site in Farnworth, Bolton

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full time, Permanent

Working Hours: 38 hours per week Mon to Thurs 07:30 to 16:00 and Friday 07:30 to 12:50

About Us:

Backer Heatrod is a leading UK manufacturer of electric heating elements and industrial heating solutions. As part of the global NIBE Element Group, we design and produce both standard and bespoke heating products for a wide range of industries including process, food & beverage, and chemical sectors.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Stock Controller to join our Supply Chain team. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring inventory is accurately controlled, efficiently stored, and readily available to support manufacturing and operational requirements.

The successful candidate will manage stock across a diverse product range, much of it small-batch, ensuring accuracy, traceability and strong stock discipline while working closely with internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support warehouse inventory in line with company procedures and processes
• Receive, store and categorise stock to support internal and external distribution
• Ensure efficient use of warehouse space and correct stock location allocation
• Maintain accurate inventory records and reconcile stock systems
• Carry out daily and weekly rolling stock counts
• Investigate stock discrepancies and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Liaise with internal departments to support effective stock control
• Support the warehouse team as required
• Manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment

About you:

Essential:

• Proven experience in stock control within a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Forklift licence
• Knowledge/Experience using inventory management systems
• Knowledge of goods-in and stock control procedures
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft 365
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Flexible, accountable and a strong team player

Desirable:

• Experience in Warehousing, Logistics or Supply Chain
• Demonstrable use of ERP/MRP systems

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Cash Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Full training and support.
• Opportunities for career progression.
• Friendly and inclusive working environment.
• Pension scheme based on auto enrolment percentages.
• On-site parking
• Life assurance benefit

Please Note:

No agencies.

Please click the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of:
Stock Controller, Warehouse Coordinator, Inventory Management, Stock Movement Coordinator, Good Inwards, Good Outwards, Inventory Controller, Inventory Controller, Manufacturing Stock Controller, Manufacturing Stock Coordinator may also be considered for this role.