Inventory Controller

Erwin Hymer Group UK is a leading manufacturer of Caravans, Campervans and Motorhomes. There have been major investments made to secure the future of the Consett site and the success of the company is based upon a policy to provide customers with a high quality product.

We are one of the largest employers in the area and our thriving manufacturing plant is at the heart of our company and is growing in both size and success.

We are looking for an **Inventory Controller** to join our team

**Purpose of role**:
Support development of the inventory control strategy, with the aim of improving inventory accuracy, reducing cost and maximising operational efficiency.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Manage, control and undertake perpetual inventory activities/inventory accuracy checks and ensure integrity/accuracy of the stock management systems.
- Investigate and complete root cause analysis on stock inaccuracies; where required work constructively with relevant parties to implement effective countermeasures.
- Develop strong working relationships with all relevant stakeholders, in particular the warehouse, production and purchasing teams.
- Minimize overstock and highlight obsolete component parts/raw materials, liaise with management to action accordingly.
- Work collaboratively with the Warehouse and Production Team Leaders to ensure that all staff are fully trained and adhering to inventory management procedures.
- Produce reports and provide routine management information on inventory performance.
- Monitor and evaluate material utilisation and scrap procedures across the site, working cross-functionally to implement/improve procedures and adherence to such.
- Implement improvement processes and systems to reduce inventory, minimize costs and maximize working capital
- Ensure maintenance of accurate written procedures for all main inventory control processes.
- To work in a safe manner; driving positive behaviour and leading by example with regard to the Company’s health and safety policies
- To carry out any other duties not listed above as may reasonably be expected

**Person Specification - Inventory Controller**

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- 5 GCSEs Grade A-C/4-9 including Maths and English or equivalent.
- Desirable - Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business Management or other relevant professional qualification.

**KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE**
- Minimum 4 years’ experience in inventory management.
- Knowledge of supply chain and inventory management principles and guidelines.
- Detailed understanding of ERP/MRP and/or other inventory management
- Desirable - Experience of lean concepts, kanban and continuous improvement.
- Desirable - Experience working in a similar industry.

**SKILLS**
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Effective time management and organisational skills.

**PERSONAL**
- Self-motivated with a willingness to learn, improve and adapt.
- Strong attention to detail and adept at using a data driven approach to root cause analysis and problem solving.
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure and to tight timescales, whilst maintaining quality.
- Proactive individual, comfortable with challenging and influencing at all levels within an organisation.

**Salary**

**Up to £35,000 per year - dependent on experience**

**Interested in the role?**:
For more information about the role please call HR on 01207 699 000