At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage inventory processes and drive improvements using Power BI.
- Company: Join a leading manufacturing company with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, pension scheme, and flexible work culture.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities within a global company.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on inventory management and learn new tech skills.
- Qualifications: Logical thinker with a willingness to learn and collaborate across teams.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
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 in Biggleswade employer: Jordans
As an Inventory Controller at our company, you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing supply chain efficiency and accuracy through innovative solutions like Power BI. We pride ourselves on a hybrid and flexible work culture that promotes employee growth, offering competitive salaries, generous pension contributions, and a range of benefits including a buy holiday scheme and discounts across numerous retailers. Join us in making a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive environment that values curiosity and collaboration.
