Supply Chain Stock Controller

Summary

To maintain and improve stock accuracy, traceability, and governance across the operation, ensuring robust reconciliation, proactive risk management, and high‑quality reporting to support operational efficiency and financial control.

The Stock Controller is responsible for maintaining and improving stock accuracy, traceability, and governance for all managed stock within the operation.

• Maintain highly accurate stock records through daily and periodic reconciliations
• Complete managed stock reconciliations, ensuring discrepancies are investigated and resolved promptly
• Reconcile ERP and WMS systems with external storage provider systems
• Validate part pallets and ensure system data reflects true stock position
• Support cycle counts and audit activity, ensuring compliance and accuracy

• Ensure full traceability of all stock movements across internal and external locations
• Maintain accurate documentation and transaction history for all stock adjustments
• Support compliance with audit, regulatory, and End Use Tax requirements
• Deliver accurate, timely, and transparent stock reporting

• Monitor and analyse aging stock on a daily basis
• Proactively work with teams to prevent write‑offs and manage end‑of‑life stock
• Ensure FEFO/FIFO principles are followed
• Identify slow‑moving or obsolete stock and provide data‑led recommendations

• Support reduction of overall stock levels through improved reporting and visibility
• Monitor and manage blocked stock, ensuring timely resolution
• Recommend actions to improve stock flow, accuracy, and efficiency

• Produce high‑quality reports for Finance, Operations, and Supply Chain teams
• Analyse trends, variances, and risks using advanced Excel skills
• Support root cause analysis and implement corrective actions

• Work closely with internal teams, third‑party warehouses, and commercial functions
• Communicate stock risks, issues, and required actions clearly
• Act as a key point of contact for stock‑related queries across the site

• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis, trend analysis)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Confident working with ERP and WMS systems
• Ability to work independently within a shift‑based environment
• Proactive and solutions‑focused approach

• Experience with in stock control, supply chain, or planning environments
• Understanding of warehouse operations and stock management processes

• Competitive Salary
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Online Benefits Hub
• Free On‑Site Parking
• Career Development Opportunities
• Supportive and Collaborative Working Culture

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

• Schedule:
  
  12 Hour Shift
• Location:
  
  Leeds, West Yorkshire
• Hours of Work:
  Full‑time
• Company:
  Sofina Foods
• Country Code: GB