Head of stock control Work, Jobs in Cowplain, Ham (with Salaries)

Head of Stock Control
Farm Tech supplies Limited —Alton
- £45,000 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- In-person
- Free parking
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Head of Maintenance
Inspired Villages —Liphook
- Continuous improvement
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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General Sales Manager
Richmond Motor Group —Bognor Regis
- Up to £85,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
- Training & development
- Leadership
- Free parking
- Store discount
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7d
Depot Foreman
Site Equip —Alton
- Full-time
- Team management
- Warehouse experience
- Computer skills
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Operations Administrator
Aqua Cooling —Chandlers Ford
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Gym membership
- Referral programme
Stores Manager
Spire Healthcare —Farnham
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Team management
- Accounting
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Head of Housekeeping
Lainston House Hotel —Winchester
- Continuous improvement
- Organisational skills
- Leadership
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Horticulture Resource Coordinator
Brinsbury College —Pulborough
- £26,431 - £26,972 a year
- Part-time
- Inventory control
- Supervising experience
- Budgeting
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Retail Sales Supervisor
Portmeirion Group —Portsmouth
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Retail management
Head Chef / Kitchen Manager
The Anglesey Arms —Chichester
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Team management
- Recruiting
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Roaming Chef
The Old House at Home —Havant
- Part-time
- Travel
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
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Chef
The Old House at Home —Havant
- Part-time
- Inventory control
- Quality control
- Leadership
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Golf Manager
Mad Swans —Alton
- £45,000 - £50,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hotel
- In-person
- Guest services
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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7d
Warehouse Technician
Aqua Cooling —Chandlers Ford
- Overtime
- Microsoft Outlook
- Heavy lifting
- Forklift
- Employee assistance programme
- Gym membership
Cook
Dolphin Homes Ltd —Southampton
- £16.25 an hour
- Inventory control
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Assistant Buyer
Connect It Utility Services Limited —Southampton
- £30,000 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
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6d
Head of Food Operations/Head Chef
Sand Cafe —Portsmouth
- £28,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Store discount
- Employee discount
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4d
Operations and Venue Hire Coordinator
FARNHAM MALTINGS —Farnham
- £18,812 a year
- Part-time
- Inventory control
- Writing skills
- Microsoft Office
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9d
Chef - Royal Navy Ships
NAAFI —Whiteley
- £34,444.80 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hospitality
- Restaurant
- Kitchen experience
- Employee discount
6d
Kitchen Manager/Head Chef
Madeleine's Kitchen —Petersfield
- £30,000 - £35,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Driving
- Quality control
- In-person
- Employee discount
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Head of Stock Control

Farm Tech supplies Limited
Alton

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£45,000 - £50,000 a year
7 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Company pension
Company events
On-site parking

Qualifications

Supplier ordering
Stakeholder collaboration
Stock ordering
Cost control
Analysis skills
Continuous improvement
Procurement cost optimisation strategy
Supply chain management
Purchasing
Management reporting
Demand planning integration
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Supply planning
Negotiated procurement
Stock coordination
Purchasing and procurement experience

Full job description

WE WILL NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS VIA RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

HEAD OF STOCK CONTROL

Reporting To: Managing Director

Location: Unit D-F Delta Court, Blacknest Industrial Estate, Alton, GU34 4PX

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5pm (½ hour lunch)

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000

ROLE PURPOSE

The Head of Stock Control is responsible for the planning, purchasing and management of our supply chain. This role is dedicated solely to purchasing and inventory management and is separate from product development. The successful candidate will ensure the business purchases the right products, in the right quantities, at the right time and at the most commercially advantageous cost, whilst maintaining excellent supplier relationships, supporting sales demand, and protecting company cash flow.

This is a commercially focused role requiring strong analytical skills, excellent planning ability, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Purchasing & Supply Management

Ownership of the entire purchasing function across the business, whilst continually improving it
Develop and implement purchasing strategies to support company objectives
Purchase products from suppliers in the UK, China, Italy and Serbia & manage supplier relationships ensuring high standards of quality, cost, delivery and service
Ensuring stock is purchased at the correct quantities, costs and lead times
Negotiate pricing, contracts and payment terms to achieve best commercial value
Monitor supplier performance, quality, delivery and service levels
Identify opportunities to reduce purchasing costs whilst maintaining product quality
Ensure compliance with company standards, CE regulatory requirements and ethical sourcing practices

Inventory Management

Manage inventory exceeding £1 million
Logging of incoming stock
Maintain optimum stock levels to maximise availability whilst minimising excess stock
Improve stock turns and reduce obsolete or slow-moving inventory
Undertake regular inventory reviews and recommend purchasing adjustments
Ensure purchasing decisions support healthy company cashflow

Forecasting & Planning

Work closely with the Product & Logistics Manager regarding new products
Work closely with sales, finance and workshop teams to align purchasing plans with business forecasts and inventory targets
Convert demand forecasts into structured purchasing plans
Analyse historical sales, seasonal trends and future demand

International Logistics

Plan international shipments efficiently
Manage container utilisation and loading plans
Coordinate import schedules with freight forwarders and logistics providers
Develop a sound understanding of international shipping regulations, customs requirements and import procedures
Monitor freight costs and identify opportunities for improved efficiency

Reporting & Analysis

Produce regular purchasing reports for senior management
Develop and monitor key purchasing KPI’s including:
Stock availability
Supplier performance
Purchase price variance
Inventory value
Forecast accuracy
Container utilisation
Analyse purchasing data to identify trends, risks and opportunities
Make recommendations based on data and commercial insight
Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential Skills & Experience

Proven experience within a purchasing, buying or supply chain management role
Experience managing significant inventory values (ideally £1m or over)
Experience purchasing internationally
Strong understanding of stock control and inventory management
Knowledge of international shipping and import procedures
Experience negotiating with suppliers
Strong commercial awareness and financial understanding
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Experience using inventory management systems

Desirable Qualifications

Sage 200 Pro experience

Personal Attributes

Commercially astute and results driven
Highly organised and methodical
Self motivated with a proactive approach
Strong attention to detail
Professional and ethical
Collaborative team player capable of working across multiple functions and cultures

SALARY & BENEFITS

Performance-based bonus (after successful probation)
Pension scheme
Free onsite parking
Training and professional development opportunities
25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)

Pay: £45,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Free parking

Application question(s):

Do you have 2 years minimum stock control/inventory management experience?
Do you have experience managing inventory values of £1m+?
Do you have experience of import/export globally?
Are you local/commutable to Alton, Hampshire? (Note - this is NOT a remote/hybrid role. Due to the nature of the role, this is an office-based position and regular attendance at our premises is required. Candidates should therefore live within a reasonable and practical commuting distance of our office.)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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