Stock Controller

Location: Leighton Buzzard / Dunstable / Houghton Regis (Multi-site)
Salary: -35,000
Hours: Full-time, hours TBC



Are you an experienced Stock Controller who loves investigating discrepancies, analysing data and finding ways to improve processes?

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We''re recruiting for a growing logistics business looking for a proactive and analytical Stock Controller to join their busy operations team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys getting to the bottom of problems, working with data and making a real difference to operational performance.

With continued business growth and increasingly busy warehouse operations, you''ll play a key role in maintaining stock accuracy, investigating discrepancies and driving improvements across multiple sites.

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What You''ll Be Doing

• Investigating stock discrepancies, identifying root causes and implementing solutions to prevent recurring issues.
• Analysing stock data using Excel, including formulas, pivot tables and reporting tools.
• Monitoring inventory accuracy, stock adjustments and performance trends.
• Leading stocktakes and coordinating regular cycle counting activities.
• Working closely with warehouse teams, Site Managers and operational colleagues to resolve stock-related issues.
• Identifying opportunities to improve stock control procedures, warehouse processes and overall efficiency.
• Maintaining accurate stock records and master data within warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Producing reports and presenting findings to support operational decision-making.
• Supporting continuous improvement projects across multiple warehouse locations.

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What We''re Looking For

We''re looking for someone who is naturally curious, enjoys working with numbers and isn''t afraid to ask questions or challenge existing processes.

Essential skills and experience:

• Previous experience in a Stock Controller, Inventory Controller or similar position.
• Strong Excel skills, including confident use of formulas, pivot tables and data analysis.
• Experience investigating stock discrepancies and resolving inventory issues.
• Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• A proactive, investigative approach to problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with colleagues at all levels.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle, as travel between sites is required.

Desirable:

• Experience within warehousing, logistics or distribution.
• Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Experience implementing stock control or process improvements.
• Familiarity with Power BI.

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What''s On Offer?

• Opportunity to join a growing and successful logistics business.
• A varied role where your ideas and improvements will make a genuine impact.
• 23 days'' annual leave.
• 4% pension.
• Medicash healthcare benefits.
• Mileage reimbursement for travel between sites.
• Opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to future business growth.

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Interested?

If you''re an experienced Stock Controller with strong Excel skills and a passion for investigating problems and improving processes, we''d love to hear from you.