Stock control & Purchasing Administrator

We’re looking for a highly organised Stock Control & Purchasing Coordinator to play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly.
 
You’ll be at the heart of our supply chain—making sure stock levels are accurate, purchase orders are timely, goods flow efficiently in and out of the business, and the stores environment is safe, tidy, and well-organised.

If you enjoy working with systems, suppliers, and physical stock—and take pride in accuracy, organisation, and problem-solving—this could be a great fit.

What You’ll Be Doing

Stock Control

Maintain accurate stock records and inventory levels across the business
Organise stock locations for efficient storage and easy retrieval
Manage batch-controlled and expiry-dated stock in line with procedures
Identify and isolate obsolete, damaged, or faulty stock using quarantine processes
Support regular stock counts and audits

Purchasing & Purchase Ordering

Raise purchase orders for stock replenishment and ad-hoc requirements
Monitor stock levels and run weekly reports to ensure uninterrupted supply
Liaise with suppliers on availability, pricing, and delivery schedules
Track purchase orders and proactively chase overdue deliveries
Maintain accurate re-order levels within the ordering system
Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers
Process supplier invoices and support purchasing administration

Goods In

Receive, inspect, and verify incoming goods for accuracy and condition
Book goods into the system in line with Goods In procedures
Report shortages, damages, or discrepancies promptly
Put stock away efficiently and safely in designated locations

Picking, Dispatch & Goods Out

Accurately pick items against sales orders, works orders, and service requests
Follow established picking and dispatch procedures
Package goods securely and prepare them for courier collection
Coordinate with couriers to ensure timely despatch
Flag and report any picking discrepancies or shortages

Health, Safety & Housekeeping

Maintain a clean, organised, and safe stores environment
Work safely and responsibly at all times, following health, safety, and environmental standards
Who You’ll Work With

Internal teams across production, operations, and finance
External suppliers for purchasing and deliveries
Courier partners supporting goods despatch
What We’re Looking For
Skills & Experience

Experience in stock control, stores, or warehouse operations
Understanding of purchasing and purchase order processes
Hands-on experience with goods inwards and dispatch
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to follow procedures and meet deadlines
Confident communicator with both internal teams and external suppliers

Personal Attributes

Reliable, well-organised, and methodical
Proactive, with a practical problem-solving mindset
Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
Committed to health, safety, and quality standards
Company benefits

38 per week, Mon-Thurs 8.00am to 4.30pm with half an hour unpaid lunch break;
Friday 8.00am to 2pm

26 days a year, plus statutory public holidays, with an additional day per year of service, up to a maximum of 5 extra days/year

Annual Leave can also be booked on an hourly basis.
5% Contributory Group Personal Pension Scheme. You can opt to upgrade your contribution by 1%, our contribution will also then increase by 1% to 6%.
References available on request