Full Time | Permanent | Office Based | c£25,000 per annum
We're looking for a proactive and organised individual to join our client's growing operations team as Stock Controller, coordinating stock management across the UK and Europe.
This is a full-time, office-based position in Hinckley and could be a fantastic role for someone at the start of their career who is looking to learn, develop and grow within a supportive business. Whether you're a school leaver or new graduate, they are far more interested in your attitude, willingness to learn and attention to detail, than any experience.
You'll gain exposure to purchasing, stock control, logistics, customer service and international operations, giving you the chance to build a varied and rewarding career. Full training will be provided and, for the right person, they may also support external CIPS qualifications to help further your development.
What you'll be doing…
- Raising, processing and maintaining purchase orders
- Managing stock records, inventory spreadsheets and stock movements
- Processing wholesale orders and preparing shipping documentation
- Producing monthly stock reports for the Accounts team
- Maintaining and updating the company's stock control system
- Liaising with warehouse partners across Europe to coordinate stock movements and deliveries
- Supporting annual stock takes and investigating discrepancies
- Managing UK and European export logistics, ensuring all documentation is accurate and compliant
- Working with veterinary and organic authorities to obtain export certification
- Handling customer enquiries and occasional sales calls
- Supporting the wider operations team with day-to-day administration and projects
What you'll need…
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Good results at A-Level or Equivalent`
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Confident communicator with great customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and remain calm under pressure
- Positive, proactive and adaptable approach
- Comfortable working within a small, supportive team
- Willingness to learn and develop new skills
- Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change and no two days are the same
- Able to think on their feet, solve problems and take ownership of tasks
- Experience of stock control systems or Microsoft Access would be beneficial but isn't essential.
Why this role is awesome?
This is a role with real breadth, responsibility and opportunity to grow. You'll gain hands-on experience across purchasing, stock control, logistics, customer service and international operations, giving you valuable exposure to multiple areas of the business from day one.
They are a busy and fast-moving business, so you'll never be short of variety. One day you could be coordinating stock shipments across Europe, the next producing reports, supporting customers or helping solve operational challenges. It's an ideal role for someone who enjoys being kept busy, thrives on variety and wants to learn quickly.
You'll be joining a friendly and supportive team that will invest in your development, provide training and trust you to take ownership of your work.
For the right person, there is genuine scope to build a long-term career and develop specialist skills within stock control and operations. So if you're organised, practical, good on a computer, enjoy solving problems and are looking for a role where you can learn, contribute and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
