What we’re looking for

As a key member of the Stock & Inventory Team, the successful candidate will support our Milton Keynes site to deliver best-in-class flexible manufacturing performance.

The Inventory Controller will effectively utilise the weekly production plan to ensure the availability of raw materials for production and provide support to the site and relevant departments in relation to raw materials management.

Your responsibilities will include

• Ensure that raw materials are available for the site to enable continuous production operation without disruption.
• Provide and monitor timed delivery schedules for goods-in, chasing progress as necessary.
• Check and administer all delivery documentation onto the MRP system (JDE).
• Review material shortage risks/issues against the production schedule and work with suppliers and procurement to mitigate.
• Identify slow moving batches of stock at risk of reaching Best Before End date and request additional production runs to avoid write offs.
• Participate in monthly Raw Material Review meetings with Procurement.
• Ensure all stock takes are completed within the required time frame and comply with Company Financial Standards.
• Support inbound inventory queries and ensure swift resolution on exceptions.
• Check and ensure materials are stored appropriately and never overstocked.
• Implement and improve new procedures and processes with the Continuous Improvement department.
• Liaise with suppliers on quality problems relating to raw materials.
• Manage Stock Transfers from other production plants.

What you’ll bring

• Good communication skills to all levels.
• Great attention to detail with a methodical and logical approach.
• IT literate including Microsoft Word, Excel and working knowledge of MRP systems.
• Rational problem solver able to analyse statistics and numerical data.
• Contributes to team cohesion and comfortable working with others.
• Motivated by challenging, quantifiable targets.

What we offer

We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive culture. We look after our employees by offering a competitive salary and benefits package.