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Stock Controller
Job Title: Stock Controller
Location: Farnworth, Bolton, BL4 0AN
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
Working Hours: 38 hours per week; Monday to Thursday 07:30 to 16:00 and Friday 07:30 to 12:50
About the Role:
We are seeking a Stock Controller to join our Supply Chain team. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring inventory is accurately controlled, efficiently stored, and readily available to support manufacturing and operational requirements.
The successful candidate will manage stock across a diverse product range, much of it small-batch, ensuring accuracy, traceability and strong stock discipline while working closely with internal teams.
About The Company:
Backer Heatrod is a leading UK manufacturer of electric heating elements and industrial heating solutions. As part of the global NIBE Element Group, we design and produce both standard and bespoke heating products for a wide range of industries including process, food & beverage, and chemical sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support warehouse inventory in line with company procedures and processes
- Receive, store and categorise stock to support internal and external distribution
- Ensure efficient use of warehouse space and correct stock location allocation
- Maintain accurate inventory records and reconcile stock systems
- Carry out daily and weekly rolling stock counts
- Investigate stock discrepancies and implement corrective and preventative actions
- Liaise with internal departments to support effective stock control
- Support the warehouse team as required
- Manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
About You:
Essential:
- Proven experience in stock control within a manufacturing or warehouse environment
- Forklift licence
- Knowledge/Experience using inventory management systems
- Knowledge of goods-in and stock control procedures
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft 365
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Flexible, accountable and a strong team player
Desirable:
- Experience in Warehousing, Logistics or Supply Chain
- Demonstrable use of ERP/MRP systems
What we can offer you:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Cash Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Full training and support.
- Opportunities for career progression.
- Friendly and inclusive working environment.
- Pension scheme based on auto enrolment percentages.
- On-site parking
- Life assurance benefit
