Full job descriptionGroup 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