Stock Control Officer

Aqualla specialises in premium bathroom solutions across the UK and Ireland. With consistent and impressive growth over the past decade, the company was acquired in 2021 by FM Mattsson Mora Group. Today, Aqualla Adamsez boasts a turnover of £16m and a dedicated team of more than 60 employees, with ambitious plans for further expansion.

Location & Travel Requirements

The long-term base for this role will be in Carrickfergus. However, during an initial transition period, there will be a requirement to work from and travel to Newtownards to support current operations. The business is currently operating across both locations, with a planned full transition to Carrickfergus expected by October. Flexibility during this period will be essential to support operational continuity.

Role Purpose

The Stock Control Coordinator is responsible for maintaining accurate stock records, ensuring strong data integrity, and supporting efficient warehouse operations. This role plays a key part in monitoring stock levels, investigating discrepancies, and improving processes to ensure reliable stock accuracy and availability. Working closely with warehouse, procurement, and customer-facing teams, the Stock Controller helps ensure that stock data is accurate, well-managed, and supports the wider operational and commercial needs of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Stock Control & Accuracy
  • Conduct regular stock checks, including weekly reviews of key and low-stock items, ensuring accurate system visibility.
  • Investigate stock discrepancies (e.g. missing stock, pick errors, mis-picks), identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
  • Complete routine stock reviews (including BIBO where applicable) and validate adjustments before processing.
  • Support periodic stock counts and year-end processes to ensure overall stock accuracy.
• Data Integrity & Systems Management
  • Take ownership of stock data across systems, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and traceability.
  • Maintain and update product information, codes, and records in line with business requirements.
  • Ensure all stock movements are accurately recorded and reflected in relevant systems.
  • Identify gaps or inefficiencies in stock processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Support the implementation and maintenance of effective stock control procedures and internal controls.
• General Support
  • Work collaboratively with warehouse, procurement, and customer service teams to resolve stock-related queries.
  • Provide general administrative support related to stock control and inventory management.
  • Support the wider operations team as required.

Values-Based Competencies

• The Customer Comes First
  • Ensures stock accuracy and availability to support reliable order fulfilment.
  • Maintains a high standard of work to minimise errors and deliver a consistent, dependable service to both internal and external customers.
• I Step Up
  • Takes ownership of stock processes and issues, proactively investigating discrepancies and seeing tasks through to resolution.
  • Maintains a high level of accuracy, accountability, and attention to detail.
• We Win Together
  • Works collaboratively across warehouse, procurement, and customer-facing teams.
  • Shares information, communicates clearly, and contributes to a positive team environment focused on continuous improvement.

Essential Criteria

• 1 year previous experience in a stock control or inventory role
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in data handling
• Experience investigating discrepancies and working with stock or inventory systems
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and IT skills, including the ability to manipulate data, create and use formulas, and manage spreadsheets efficiently
• Experience using ERP and WMS systems.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Good communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
• Willingness to support operational tasks where required

This job description is not exhaustive and may evolve over time to meet the changing needs of the business. Responsibilities and priorities will be reviewed and clarified through regular dialogue with line management.