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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a meticulous Stock Controller to manage our company's inventory levels and ensure the efficient handling of stock in and out of our facilities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for monitoring stock movements, conducting regular inventory audits, and generating reports on inventory levels, orders, and discrepancies. The role demands a detail-oriented individual who can work closely with the procurement and sales departments to forecast needs and ensure product availability. The Stock Controller will also be tasked with implementing inventory management systems, setting up and maintaining stock records, and coordinating logistics to optimize stock levels. This position requires a proactive approach to inventory management, aiming to minimize stock shortages and reduce excess stock holding. The successful candidate will play a key role in improving and maintaining the financial health of the company by ensuring stock levels are managed efficiently, thereby supporting the company's sales and customer satisfaction goals.
Responsibilities
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- Conduct regular physical counts and reconcile inventory discrepancies.
- Implement and maintain inventory management systems to track stock movements.
- Coordinate with procurement and sales departments to forecast inventory needs.
- Manage the receipt, storage, and dispatch of stock, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
- Generate and analyze reports on inventory levels, orders, and discrepancies.
- Develop and implement inventory control procedures and best practices.
- Liaise with suppliers to resolve any supply issues.
- Train staff on inventory control procedures and systems.
- Work closely with the logistics department to optimize stock levels and storage solutions.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven experience as a Stock Controller, Inventory Manager, or similar role.
- Strong understanding of inventory management systems and procedures.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and with a team.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and inventory management software.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, or relevant field.
- Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 25 pounds.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with inventory management systems?
- How do you handle discrepancies in inventory levels?
- What strategies do you use to forecast inventory needs?
- Can you give an example of how you improved inventory accuracy in a previous role?
- How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple stock items?
- What is your approach to training staff on inventory control procedures?
- How do you stay updated with the latest inventory management best practices?
- Can you describe a time when you successfully negotiated with a supplier?
- How do you manage stress when dealing with urgent stock issues?
- What do you think is the biggest challenge in stock control and how would you address it?