Stock Control Assistant
2 days ago
Manchester
About the Company Our client is a well-established UK retailer with multiple stores nationwide and a strong online presence. They are growing rapidly and are looking to expand their Head Office team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in stock control, loss prevention, and operational support. The Role We are seeking a Head Office-based Stock Control Assistant to support the Stock Control Manager and Loss Prevention Team. The role is multi-faceted, offering hands-on experience across stock management, reporting, and compliance. Key responsibilities include: • Ensuring stock is accurately valued and recorded across company systems, • Maintaining inventory accuracy across stores, warehouses, and online channels, • Supporting loss prevention initiatives to minimise stock and cash loss This is a fast-paced, detail-oriented role suited to someone methodical, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. Key Responsibilities Stock takes & Inventory Management • Assist with stock take processes, documentation, and reporting, • Coordinate store and warehouse stock reconciliations, • Process stock adjustments, returns, and store closures, • Resolve stock and online order queries Loss Prevention & Compliance • Collate and review stock counts to support loss prevention initiatives, • Monitor compliance with store refund policies, • Manage security equipment and support audit of security processes, • Assist with insurance claims and related documentation Reporting & Accounting Support • Support month-end and year-end stock reporting, • Provide information for audits and financial reconciliations Ad hoc Projects • Assist with system upgrades and new system implementations, • Provide support across Stock Control and Loss Prevention as required Skills & Experience Essential • Strong working knowledge of Excel and MS Office, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Organised, methodical, and detail-focused, • Proactive, inquisitive, and eager to learn Desirable • Retail or loss prevention experience, • Familiarity with multiple stock management systems, • Previous experience in finance or accounting functions Benefits • £30K, • Flexible working hours, • Pension scheme and staff discounts, • Supportive, collaborative work environment If you are on the market for a new role, please get in touch!