Stock Controller is required in the Bedford area!
As a stock controller you will be working both alone and as part of a team with efficiency and commitment to complete your work and strive to maintain the business performance targets.
This role best suits upbeat and self-motivated individuals who enjoy working systematically and productively.
Duties and Responsibilities
Take delivery of goods and supplies
Check for damaged or missing items
Move stock around either by hand, using lifting equipment or a forklift truck
Input data regarding stock and inventory into a computerised system
Operate in a safe manner complying with all health, safety, and environmental requirements to ensure own and the safety of others
Keep areas of work clean and tidy to ensure operational efficiency
Make recommendations to aid efficiency and add value
Maintain IT equipment such as Lexmark printers, computers, wrist scanners, etc
Communicate with customers, investigate missing items
Data input (delivery notes, etc)
Conduct daily & weekly cycle counts
Investigate and improve warehouse layout
Tracking shipments
Overseeing inventory audits and maintaining reports of purchases
Get the quantity and the frequency of re-stocking activities right,
Improve FIFO (First-in First-out)
minimize stock holding and maximizes stock system and paperwork accuracy
Checking stock levels regularly
Completing the required paperwork when ordering stock
Updating stock information on the computer system
Comparing items received against items ordered
Implementing or improving processes and procedures
Compiling daily reports and addressing inventory discrepancies
Maintaining records of pricing, purchases and other relevant information
Performing random checks and audits
Skills and Proficiencies
– Able to work well as part of a team
– Ability to work accurately and methodically
– Good literacy and numeracy skills
– Excellent communication skills
– An understanding of health and safety requirements
– Flexible and willing to take on a variety of tasks
Contract Type: Temporary ( leading to Permanent for right candidate)
Working days/hours: Monday to Friday, 07:00-16:00
Hourly rate: £11.00 per hour
Location: Bedford
If you are interested in this role, please call our office at (01234 339410) or apply with a CV to info@reallysimplerecruitment.com
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