Buying and Stock Controller - St Albans, United Kingdom - Red Door Recruitment

Red Door Recruitment

Verified Company

St Albans, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a very successful and well-established company based in St Albans.

They are a premier manufacturer of licensed products which are supplied into some big-name retail clients such as Argos and Sports Direct.

They are looking for a Buying and Stock Controller, it is a standalone role, and you will be responsible for the purchasing inventory in line with the client's target pricing, margin and required timelines.

Working towards having optimum stock levels at all times

You will be part of an energetic, exciting and creative work culture within a busy and varied role where you will have autonomy in a business that will reward hard work and offer excellent opportunities for future development.

What's in it for you:

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Salary:
Up to £26k

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Hours:Monday to Thursday 9am - 5.30pm Fridays 9am-5pm

Office based
Progressive and dynamic company
Sociable and friendly team
Free parking

Key Responsibilities

Review stock, propose buys and stock solutions

Daily Analytics Reporting

Sell Through, Ecommerce Sales, Top Selling Products
Place purchase orders with factories in line with company requirements and budget for all areas of the Business
Ensure all purchase orders are raised at the correct prices and that margins are in line with Company targets
Responsible for Stock Management and reporting to ensure mistakes, inaccuracies and discrepancies are investigated, addressed, and resolved
Help develop the company's stock management strategy with the aim of reducing losses and obsolete stock, rationalising inventory, and maximising available space
Work with the thirdparty warehouse management to ensure proper arrangement of stock to allow for optimum efficiency / organisation and product reworks that are required
Minimise and removal of obsolete stock
Analyse stock levels ensuring they meet the needs of the business both in availability and Company budget
Create and issue all stock and buying reports in line with the Companies report calendar. Work with the Finance Department to target problem lines
Freight costs determine the best method of shipment to meet Customer delivery requirements whilst maintaining Company margin and budget objectives
Liaise with Customer Service Team on all linking & allocating system issues
Liaise with the Finance Team on margin review and control
Assist in product item number creation as required

What the client is looking for:

Experience within a similar Buying and Stock Control position
Clear and confident communication skills
Excellent organisational skills and able to multitask
Able to work in a fastpaced working environment
Strong communications and customer service skills
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