Stock Control Assistant

Build the future of food
At New Cold, we're shaping the future of the food supply chain. Our warehouses and transport network connect the world's major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers.

Join a collaborative team of doers, innovators, and engineers who are dedicated to making a real impact. Together with advanced robotics and cutting-edge technology, we're not just keeping up with the times
-we're pioneering smarter, more sustainable operations to keep the world's food fresh and safe.

To support our rapid growth, we're constantly looking for talented people to join our team. Want to be a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking environment? Join us!

Overview
We are seeking a Stock Control Assistant to join our team in Corby. This role is responsible for maintaining stock integrity and ensuring accurate inventory management on behalf of our customers. Acting as the primary point of contact for stock related enquiries, you will play a key role in investigating discrepancies, managing inventory records, and supporting operational excellence across the site.

Working closely with Operations, Customer Service, Transport and customers, you will help ensure stock accuracy, timely issue resolution, and the highest levels of customer service.

Location:

New Cold Corby Distribution Centre, Curver Way, Corby NN17 5XN
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Salary: £30,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience).
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off day shift (06:30 - 18:30).

In this role, you will be responsible for investigating stock discrepancies, resolving inventory issues, and maintaining accurate stock records across a range of customer accounts. You will act as the first point of contact for customer stock enquiries, supporting order allocations, stock transfers, disposals, sample requests, stock blocking and release requests, and other inventory related activities.

You will carry out detailed investigations into lost or misallocated stock using warehouse management systems and available tracking tools, while liaising with operational teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions. Regular stock checks and warehouse based investigations will form part of the role to ensure inventory accuracy and effective resolution of issues.
The role will also involve producing and maintaining stock reports, tracking trends in discrepancies and non-conformances, supporting audit activities, and ensuring that all stock adjustments, compliance checks, and customer specific requirements are managed accurately and efficiently.

Working collaboratively across departments, you will help maintain stock integrity, support continuous improvement initiatives, and contribute to delivering exceptional service to our customers.

Responsibilities are indicative, not exhaustive.

We are looking for someone with previous experience in a stock control, inventory management, warehouse administration, logistics or supply chain environment. Experience investigating stock discrepancies, analysing inventory data, and managing customer queries would be highly advantageous.

You should have strong numerical and analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work confidently with warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment are essential.

You will be a proactive and collaborative team player with excellent communication skills and a customer focused approach. The successful candidate will be comfortable working both in an office environment and within the warehouse when required to support stock investigations and inventory checks.

The role will involve warehouse based activity, including entering freezer environments and supporting stock investigations, which may include accompanying MHE operations within the warehouse.

Experience of warehouse management systems, stock auditing, inventory reconciliation, and operational reporting would be beneficial.

Our goal is to keep the world's food fresh and safe with our proprietary technologies and innovative solutions. Join our team and help build a more efficient, innovative, and sustainable food supply chain. Your next career chapter starts at New Cold.

Whether you're a seasoned expert or just starting your career, New Cold provides the opportunities and challenges that allow you to grow and excel. Ready to turn your curiosity into impact?