Stock Controller

A well established client for Zed Rail Limited are recruiting an exceptional and broad role based in Hull for a Stock Controller. This is a phenomenal opportunity for someone who has experience of working within a shipping and wholesaling environment, for example with a Shipping Agent or Shipping Chandler business. Prior working knowledge of this kind of operation would be extremely preferential, but not essential.

 

 

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

Stock Control & Accuracy
Conduct perpetual stock takes in line with the agreed schedule.
Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies promptly, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
Maintain accurate records of all stock movements, adjustments, and write-offs.
Ensure all goods are stored in the correct locations and quantities in the warehouse management system (WMS) match physical stock.
Monitor stock levels and highlight risks of overstocking or stockouts to relevant teams.

 

 

Collaboration & Coordination
Work closely with the Warehouse team to ensure stock is handled, stored, and recorded correctly.
Liaise with the Purchasing department to ensure replenishment orders are placed in a timely and accurate manner.
Support Goods-In processes by verifying delivery quantities and quality against purchase orders.

 

 

Loss Prevention & Compliance
Identify and report any issues of damage, expiry, or obsolescence.
Ensure stock control processes comply with company policies, health & safety requirements, and relevant regulations (e.g., HACCP if applicable).
Assist in implementing and improving procedures to reduce loss and improve accuracy.

 

 

Reporting & Analysis
Provide regular reports on stock accuracy, variance trends, and investigation findings to management.
Analyse data to identify recurring issues, recommend process improvements, and support decision-making.

 

 

General Duties
Assist with year-end and interim stock audits.
Train and support warehouse staff in correct stock handling and recording practices.
Support operational projects related to stock management and warehouse layout optimisation.

 

 

If you are interested in finding out about this exciting Stock Controller opportunity, please click ‘apply now’.

 

 

Zed Rail Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We specialise in finance, supply chain, HR, IT and office support recruitment and comfortably service Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Staffordshire and Lincolnshire.

 

 

***Please note, only candidates with indefinite leave to work and remain can be considered for this role***

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