At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage inventory processes and drive improvements using Power BI.
- Company: Join Jordans Cereals, a pioneer in crafting wholesome cereals.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, hybrid work, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with discounts on products and retailers.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on supply chain efficiency and innovation.
- Qualifications: Logical thinker with a willingness to learn new technologies.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Continuous Improvement, Automation & Power BI Development
At Jordans Cereals, we never settle for bland. For over 50 years, we’ve been crafting wholesome, tasty and healthier cereals that bring nature’s best to breakfast tables around the world. As pioneers in cereals, we’ve always pushed boundaries – combining curiosity, bold thinking and natural ingredients to stay ahead and inspire the category.
Proud to be part of Associated British Foods (ABF), we pair the strength of a global group with the agility of a forward-thinking brand. Jordans is more than cereals – it’s a place to grow your career. Curiosity is our secret ingredient. We think differently, act bravely and collaborate with energy and openness to bring out the best in each other. Together we pioneer innovation, build distinctive brands beyond the bowl, and own our impact on people and planet.
Overview Of Role
Are you looking for a new opportunity, making a real difference keeping our manufacturing sites running as part of our stock ordering and management Team? The Inventory Controller – CI, will be responsible for maintaining effective inventory control processes while driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance visibility, efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making across the supply chain, through Power BI.
This role is designed to be split between:
- Inventory Control
- Continuous Improvement, Automation & Power BI Development
The successful candidate will manage inventory-related activities whilst identifying opportunities to simplify processes, automate reporting, improve data quality, and implement Power BI solutions that support operational and strategic decision-making. Prior experience with Power BI is not essential; however, the candidate must demonstrate an inquisitive nature with a willingness to learn new technologies, and the ability to develop and implement reporting solutions through self-training and practical application.
Key Accountabilities
- Order packaging and Ingredients in accordance to MRP settings
- Maintain MRP Settings within Item Site Maintenance on MFG and Excel Packaging MRPS
- Communicate swiftly and effectively with the Production Team any supply risks
- Maintain targeted stock levels and safety stock levels at all times
Continuous Improvement
- Learn and develop Power BI skills
- Start with the key identified processes to implement automation and reporting, then adding to this new processes identified
- Liaise with Planning, Procurement, Production, Logistics, Finance and Customer Supply teams
- Support material availability and inventory optimisation activities
Top Priorities
- Improve Inventory Visibility with a suite of reporting and Dashboards
- Reduce reliance on manual spreadsheets by introducing automated reporting and dashboard solutions
- Explore Power BI capabilities
The Right Person
We're looking for somebody who can apply a logical and pragmatic approach to data, with the ability to make informed individual decisions in line with planning guidelines. You will need to be able to confidently communicate across different departments, and engage with key stakeholders, to ensure informed decisions are made at pace.
Does this sound like the role you have been looking for? If you share our values... Be Bold, Be Curious, Do the Right Thing Together, Make It Happen
We can offer....
- Competitive salary
- Up to 5% bonus
- Pension Scheme – up to 10% employer contributions
- Hybrid & Flexible work culture
- Buy holiday scheme
- Discounted products
- Health Cash Plan
- Career opportunities - ABF group employs 128,000 employees worldwide.
- Discounts on over 900 retailers on our discount platform
- Group Cycle to work scheme
- Free Parking
Inventory Controller employer: Jordans Cereals
Jordans Cereals is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment in Biggleswade where teamwork and innovation thrive. With a strong focus on employee development, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package including bonuses and pensions, we ensure our staff feel valued and motivated. Join us to be part of a culture that prioritises safety, quality, and collaboration in food production.
