Inventory/Stock Controller
Bedford
£13.50ph
Monday to Friday 7am - 3pm
Step into a busy warehouse environment where your attention to detail and accuracy will keep operations running smoothly. This temporary position offers the chance to take ownership of stock integrity, support a high-performing team, and ensure inventory records are consistently reliable and up to date.
About the Role:
You will be responsible for controlling and reconciling stock levels, ensuring that all inventory movements are correctly recorded and discrepancies are promptly investigated. Working closely with warehouse staff, you will help maintain efficient stock flows and support compliance with health and safety standards across the operation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and control stock levels, updating inventory systems with all incoming and outgoing goods.
- Perform regular stock checks and reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
- Accurately input data into inventory and warehouse management systems, maintaining clear and complete records.
- Liaise with warehouse teams to coordinate stock movements and ensure correct storage and labelling of items.
- Prepare basic stock reports and summaries to support operational decision-making.
- Follow established procedures for handling, storing, and recording stock to maintain traceability and accuracy.
- Support continuous improvement of stock control processes by highlighting issues and suggesting practical adjustments.
- Adhere to all site health and safety procedures while carrying out stock-related tasks.
Key Requirements:
- Proven experience in stock control, inventory or warehouse administration.
- Strong data entry skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Confident numerical ability and basic analytical skills for stock reconciliation.
- Practical understanding of warehouse operations and stock handling processes.
- Ability to work methodically, follow procedures, and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
- Familiarity with inventory or warehouse management systems.
- Commitment to working safely and following health and safety guidelines.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in a similar inventory or stock controller role within a warehouse or distribution setting.
- Ability to interpret simple stock reports and suggest process improvements.
- Competence with Excel or similar tools for basic data analysis and reporting.
If you are precise, organised and confident working with numbers and data in a warehouse environment, this temporary opportunity could be a strong fit—apply now to be considered.
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