Stock Controller in Swinton, ENG

Stock Controller

Location: Swinton

Salary: £30,000–£35,000 per annum, depending on experience

Hours: 39.5 hours per week

Working Hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:00am–4:00pm or 8:00am–5:00pm; Friday early finish at 12:30pm or 1:30pm

About the Role

We are looking for a highly organised and accurate Stock Controller to manage day-to-day stock control, warehouse administration and data entry, with a particular focus on Sage.

You will ensure physical stock and system records remain accurate and up to date, working closely with purchasing, production, sales and warehouse teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate stock records and record all stock movements promptly.
• Enter goods received, transfers, adjustments and other transactions into Sage.
• Process purchase orders, delivery notes and stock documentation.
• Carry out stock checks, cycle counts and assist with stock takes.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies between physical stock and Sage.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages, excess stock or discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate product, part number and supplier information.
• Produce stock reports and provide information to management.
• Liaise with relevant departments to resolve stock queries.
• Maintain organised paperwork and electronic records.
• Support general warehouse administration and follow all health and safety procedures.

Sage & Data Entry

Accurate data entry is a key part of the role, including:

• Recording goods received and stock movements.
• Updating stock quantities and locations.
• Processing stock adjustments.
• Checking information against purchase orders, delivery notes and physical stock.
• Maintaining accurate product and part-number information.
• Investigating discrepancies and producing stock reports.
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Person Specification

Essential

• Previous experience in stock control, warehouse administration, inventory or a similar role.
• Experience using Sage or a similar stock/accounting system, or the ability to learn quickly.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good numerical, organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Desirable

• Manufacturing or engineering experience.
• Experience using Sage for stock control and data entry.
• Experience with stock takes, cycle counting and investigating discrepancies.
• Understanding of purchase orders, goods received and stock movements.
• Forklift or warehouse experience.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who is:

• Accurate and detail-focused
• Organised and reliable
• Proactive in identifying issues
• Computer confident
• A strong team player

Benefits

• £30,000–£35,000 salary, depending on experience.
• 39.5-hour working week.
• Early Friday finish at 12:30pm or 1:30pm.
• Overtime paid at time and a half after contracted hours.
• 3% pension contribution.
• 25 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays (3 days reserved for Christmas shutdown).
• Free on-site parking.
• On-site canteen.



Apply Today

If you're organised, detail-focused and experienced in stock control and Sage, we'd love to hear from you.