Description
We are seeking an Inventory Controller to support all phases of inventory, coordinating the efficient and controlled flow of materials to and from delivering carriers, laboratory storage, and short-term working stock. The successful candidate will maintain inventory records to ensure accurate records of stock on hand and adequate stock levels in accordance with established guidelines.
The role involves:
- Collecting and logging deliveries, conducting quality control, and storing and distributing materials as required
- Maintaining stock on shelves in a tidy manner, executing stock rotation in appropriate date order
- Recording all stock movements and stock issues using the Inventory control system
- Ensuring accurate data entry and analysing reports to drive process improvements
- Operating all Inventory Control systems and other appropriate systems to facilitate stock processing duties
- Maintaining close links with study project managers and Set Up managers to ensure stock items used in studies adhere to short-dated procedures and advising on any material shortages
- Liaising with internal customers, suppliers, and the Purchasing and Finance departments on all stock-related issues
- Conducting daily/weekly reporting and providing inventory dispositions
- Ensuring the Pre-assembly area is stocked and picking internal material requisitions for all areas
- Participating in stock cycle counts
- Reviewing the Inventory system and monitoring stock levels to ensure the minimum stock level is not breached
- Ordering stock as required via the system, following up on Purchase Orders to obtain delivery timescales, and progressing outstanding orders
- Setting up and monitoring call-off orders
- Preparing and logging interlab shipments for other Q Squared sites
- Deputising for other stock controllers as required
The ideal candidate will have:
- 1-2 years of related experience
- Good PC skills, including Excel and Word
- Effective leadership skills
- Excellent organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to drive fork trucks and secure applicable certification
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, and clients