Stock Controller Jobs in Wigan WN1 | Immediate Start & Competitive Pay

Staffing Service is partnering with a major national distribution centre based in the heart of Wigan WN1 to recruit a meticulous and proactive Stock Controller. This is a critical role within a fast-paced environment, responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of inventory across a multi-million-pound warehouse operation. The client is a household name in the logistics sector, known for its investment in technology and its people. For the right candidate, this temporary assignment offers a clear pathway to a permanent position, providing job security and career progression within a stable industry.

As a trusted recruitment agency in Wigan, we understand the local employment landscape. Applying through Staffing Service gives you direct access to this unadvertised opportunity and many others like it. Our consultants act as your advocate, ensuring you are matched with roles that suit your skills and career goals, from warehouse roles in Enfield to specialised positions across the UK. We handle the negotiation and administration, so you can focus on performing well in your new role from day one.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conducting daily and weekly cycle counts and full stock audits to maintain 99.9% inventory accuracy across all warehouse zones.
• Investigating and reconciling all stock discrepancies, identifying root causes such as picking errors, damages, or system faults, and implementing corrective actions.
• Utilising the Warehouse Management System (WMS) to track inventory movements, update stock records in real-time, and generate detailed reports for management.
• Coordinating with the inbound, outbound, and transport planning teams to ensure accurate receipt and dispatch of goods, minimising delays.
• Managing quarantined and damaged stock processes, ensuring proper documentation and liaising with quality control for disposals or returns.
• Supervising and providing guidance to warehouse operatives on correct stock handling and location management procedures.
• Assisting in the implementation of new inventory processes or WMS upgrades, acting as a super-user for the team.
• Ensuring all health and safety protocols are strictly adhered to within the stock control office and warehouse environment.

Candidate Requirements & Skills

• Proven experience as a Stock Controller, Inventory Clerk, or similar role within a high-volume distribution, retail, or manufacturing environment. Experience with fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) is highly advantageous.
• Exceptional numerical and analytical skills with a keen eye for detail. You must be able to spot trends in data and identify anomalies quickly.
• High proficiency in using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with warehouse staff, management, and external suppliers.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset. The ability to work independently, manage your own time, and prioritise a fluctuating workload is essential.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations pertaining to warehouse operations.
• A valid counterbalance or reach truck forklift licence (desirable but not essential, as training can be provided).