About the Role
We are currently looking for a detail-oriented Stock Controller to join our team on a 6-month secondment. As the DC handles a constant flow of inventory, your role is essential to monitoring stock movement and ensuring the total integrity of our inventory records. You will be coordinating the dispatch and receiving of stock quantities via our inventory systems and ensure data accuracy is maintained. Locating, retrieving, and rectifying stock quantities will require strong critical thinking and problem solving. Reporting to the Senior Stock Controller, you will provide operational support to maintain an organised, accurate, and efficient product environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
Monitor and maintain accurate records by conducting regular stock counts and reconciling discrepancies.
Oversee the handling of goods and conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with inventory management guidelines.
Complete programmed Cycle Count tasks accurately and on time and assist with periodic stocktakes for internal branches.
Maintain the system data required to effectively plan storage locations and inventory handling.
Act as the first point of contact for DC team members regarding stock discrepancies and liaise with Buying, Merchandising, and Marketing teams.
Identify improvement opportunities and provide subject matter expertise to support inventory decisions.
Skills & Experience
Essential:
Experience in multi-channel Distribution Centre operations or a similar fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), ERP, or inventory management software.
Strong numerical and mathematical skills with high proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Preferred).
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines while handling multiple priorities.
Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Physical ability to perform tasks involving the lifting and moving of stock.
Why explore internal opportunities like these?
Professional Development: Gain new skills, experience, and knowledge, expanding opportunities for career development at Universal Store.
Build new relationships: Expose yourself to new teams and departments in the business to connect with influential decision makers.
Demonstrate aptitude: Demonstrate your ability to take on new challenges and work autonomously.
Contribute collaboratively: Leverage this opportunity to access career opportunities in future as well as bring back new skills and processes to your existing role.
If you are a proactive professional with a high attention to detail who is looking for something new, express your interest now