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Vertical Advantage Limited
Stock Controller
Central London, London
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 8 hours ago
- Salary
- 25000.00 - 28000.00 GBP Annual
- Recruiter
- Vertical Advantage Limited
- Closes
- 17 Oct 2025
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Job Title: Temporary Stock Controller (Maternity Cover)
Location: Insert Location
Contract: Fixed–term, Maternity Cover
Hours: Full–time
We are seeking a highly organised and detail–oriented Temporary Stock Controller to provide maternity cover within our stock control team. This is a hands–on role focused on ensuring accurate inventory records, system alignment, and smooth stock movements across multiple warehouse and logistics operations.
Key ResponsibilitiesPerform stock reconciliations between ERP (NAV) and 3rd party warehouse management systems, identifying and resolving anomalies.
Extract and analyse stock data using Excel to ensure alignment across systems.
Investigate discrepancies through stock movement audits, correcting errors where necessary.
Collaborate with 3rd party logistics partners to resolve product coding issues (case sizes, vintages, duty, descriptions).
Validate and process stock transfers between logistics centres.
Maintain accurate ERP records relating to stock duty, case sizes, and warehouse allocations.
Monitor and process physical warehouse shortages and associated claims.
Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes, accuracy, and efficiency.
Key RelationshipsExternal: Third–party logistics providers
Internal: Finance, Operations, Customer Service, Buying, and Sales
Skills & CompetenciesStrong attention to detail with excellent numerical and analytical skills.
Advanced MS Excel skills are essential.
Highly organised, able to work independently and meet deadlines.
Effective communicator with the ability to engage across all levels.
Calm and accurate when working under pressure in a fast–paced environment.
Tenacity and a "right first time" mindset.
ExperienceExtensive experience in stock control processes within commercial environments.
Proficiency with ERP systems (experience with NAV desirable).
Previous experience working with 3rd party logistics and warehouse management systems.
Wine knowledge is advantageous, but not essential.
What Success Looks LikeConfidently managing stock audits and completing necessary stock movements.
Ensuring integrity and accuracy of stock records across all systems.
Independently resolving discrepancies and maintaining inventory alignment.
Supporting high stock availability with minimal despatch issues.
Ad ID: 5417166762
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