We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Stock Controller to take ownership of stock management across the business. This is a pivotal role responsible for maintaining optimal inventory levels, managing pricing structures, and ensuring the integrity of our stock systems.
You will act as the primary point of contact for stock-related matters within our IQ system, driving efficiency, accuracy, and continuous improvement across procurement and stock control operations.
Key Responsibilities
Stock & Inventory Management
- Maintain and manage stock levels in line with business parameters and demand forecasting
- Oversee perpetual and annual stock takes, including reporting and system coordination
- Develop and implement company-wide stock take protocols
- Rationalise stock profiles and eliminate duplication while maintaining range integrity
- Manage slow-moving, discontinued, and obsolete stock, including supplier cleanses
- Identify gaps and opportunities within the product range
- Maintain PRQs and place orders for timber and sheet materials
- Process imported orders and implement structured 5-tier pricing models
- Maintain and update the company price book, including supplier price changes
- Monitor competitor pricing to ensure market competitiveness
- Optimise margins through strategic pricing and price breaks
Systems & Data Management
- Act as the lead contact for IQ stock system issues and improvements
- Maintain accurate stock data, including min/max levels and product coding
- Utilise AI-driven tools within IQ to optimise stock control processes
- Support PIM processes, ensuring accurate product data and imagery for e-commerce
- Work closely with Procurement, Operations, Marketing, and Branch teams
- Support promotional planning by ensuring adequate stock availability
- Communicate pricing, stock updates, and supplier changes across the business
Compliance & Reporting
- Deliver mandated stock reporting across the supply base
- Ensure adherence to company procedures and health & safety standards
We’re looking for someone who has:
- Proven experience in a senior stock control or inventory management role
- Strong understanding of end-to-end stock systems (IQ experience desirable)
- Commercially aware with experience in pricing strategy and margin management
- Highly analytical with strong attention to detail
- Confident communicator with the ability to influence across departments
- Experience within timber, construction materials, or similar sectors preferred
If you are a proactive and detail-driven stock professional looking to make a tangible impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Some of the benefits of working for us
- Profit Share Bonus Scheme
- Online discount portal including money off retail brands and holidays
- Employee Care Helpline and access to a digital GP
- staff discount scheme
- Death in Service
- formal training and career progression opportunities
Hours of work
An average of 38.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 7.30am - 4.30pm.
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