Operations Manager

Group Stock Controller

Location:

Peterborough Type:
Permanent, Full-Time Reporting to:
Finance & Operations Director The Opportunity My client is an established business operating across multiple warehouse locations, supplying a diverse range of products to customers nationwide. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Group Stock Controller to take ownership of stock management, inventory accuracy and warehouse optimisation across the business. This is a varied role combining office-based analysis with hands-on warehouse activity, offering the opportunity to make a real impact on stock control processes, warehouse efficiency and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities Manage stock holdings across multiple warehouse locations. Monitor stock accuracy and ensure inventory records remain up to date. Coordinate stock movements between sites to support customer demand and production requirements. Analyse warehouse capacity and optimise storage layouts to maximise space utilisation. Investigate stock discrepancies and implement corrective actions. Support and coordinate regular stocktakes and cycle counts. Analyse slow-moving stock, stock rotation and batch management to minimise waste and write-offs.

Forecast stock requirements and support production planning activities. Review stock usage trends and identify opportunities for process improvements. Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and stock control processes. Conduct audits of third-party warehouse facilities and monitor performance. Support warehouse teams with training, coaching and best practice guidance. Produce accurate reports and present findings to management. Identify continuous improvement opportunities across stock management and warehouse operations.

Support warehouse activities during peak periods where required. What We're Looking For Essential Experience Previous experience within Stock Control, Inventory Management or Warehouse Operations. Strong understanding of stock control principles and inventory accuracy. Experience conducting stock investigations and resolving stock discrepancies. Good understanding of warehouse operations and logistics processes. Confident user of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Experience using stock management, ERP or warehouse management systems.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Ability to prioritise workloads within a fast-paced environment. Forklift, Reach or Counterbalance experience/licences are advantageous. Desired Skills Advanced Excel skills including reporting and data analysis.

Experience with forecasting, capacity planning or demand planning. Experience producing KPI reports and management information. Knowledge of Sage 200 or similar stock control systems. Leadership or supervisory experience. Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify efficiencies and implement change. Personal Attributes Data-driven approach to decision making. Strong communication skills. Commercial awareness. Positive and collaborative attitude. High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

Ability to work independently whilst also supporting wider business objectives. Proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement. Salary:
Competitive and dependent on experience. Bonus:
Performance-related bonus available