Inventory Controller

A successful manufacturing business is seeking an Inventory Controller to drive improvements in; stock integrity, inventory accuracy, cycle counting and ensure adherence to inventory management processes. Applicants need previous warehouse administration, stock control or inventory control experience within a manufacturing, FMCG or distribution/3PL environment. Previous exposure to; ERP, MRP or WMS would be advantageous as would proficiency in MS Excel and data analysis. Specific duties of the Inventory Controller include: Maintain accurate inventory records within WMS and ERP systemsInvestigate stock discrepancies, analyse root causes and implement corrective actions.Plan and execute cycle count programmes, stock audits and annual stock takes.Produce inventory performance reports and analyse stock trendsMonitor inventory accuracy KPIs and identify opportunities to improve warehouse controls and processesIdentify supplier discrepancies, slow–moving, obsolete and excess inventory, providing recommendations to management.Work collaboratively with Warehouse, Transport, Procurement and Finance teams to resolve inventory–related issues and enhance operational performance. Inventory Controller applicants should meet the following criteria: Previous experience in Inventory Control, Stock Control, Warehouse Administration or a related inventory or supply chain focused position.An appreciation of warehouse operations, stock management principles and inventory control methodologies.Experience using business systems software – ERP, MRP, WMS or another stock planning / forecasting toolProficiency in MS Excel and the ability to analyse/interpret inventory and performance trends from large datasets