Inventory Controller Job in Bournemouth

* Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

* Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5:30pm, 1 day working from home

* Holiday: 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays

Additional Benefits:

* Company pension scheme

* Learning and development

* Reimbursed parking in central Bournemouth

An introduction to our client and the role

Our vibrant and successful client operating within the product industry now have an opening for an Inventory Controller to join their steadily growing team. The company operates on a consultative model, making efforts to truly understand the needs of a client, and from this, assess how they can exceed expectations. They are resolved in their approach to foster a work environment that inspires a genuine desire to learn and grow. As such, this role will offer an opportunity to develop your skills in the logistics field, which will support your progression into more senior positions within the business.

This Inventory Controller role is a vital part of the logistics team. You will be responsible for the management of specific stock through the warehouse of our client's logistic provider. As such, for you to thrive in this role, you should hold the ability to manage, order and reconcile a large portfolio of FMCG products across multiple suppliers/clients. You should also be able to analyse sales trend data in order to improve the forecasting and demand process.

Responsibilities of the Inventory Controller

* Liaise with clients and the logistics providers regarding required stock levels

* Place purchase orders with manufacturers and clients

* Reconcile POD's to order/receipts

* Investigate and reconcile stock and order queries

* Liaise with the National Account and Marketing Managers over future stock requirements

* Forward plan clients' stock into the logistics provider's warehouse to meet demand forecasts

* Communicate with relevant company sales teams over stock issues

* Produce monthly stock reports for clients

* Build strong relationships with clients

Minimum Skills and Experience Required

* At least 3 years' experience within a demand planning/stock control function

* Experience of import/export of products (desirable)

* Experience of UK retail supply chain (desirable)

This Inventory Controller Job in Bournemouth would suit candidates who have had previous experience within the FMCG sector and hold excellent communication and organisation skills