Stock Controller ID - 35315

Job SummaryThe Stock Controller is responsible for overseeing, controlling, and optimizing inventory across all channels including stores, warehouses, concessions, and e-commerce. This role ensures stock accuracy, availability, loss prevention, and optimal stock levels to support sales performance and margin protection.Key ResponsibilitiesEnsure accurate stock levels across all locations (stores, warehouse, 3PL, e-commerce).Monitor and reconcile stock discrepancies, shrinkage, damages, and write-offs.Oversee cycle counts and full physical inventories, ensuring timely resolution of variances.Implement and maintain stock control procedures and SOPs.Maintain updated inventory records, including daily shipments.Analyze sales data, stock cover, sell-through, and aging stock.Support stock allocation and replenishment decisions across stores and channels.Identify overstock and slow-moving items; propose corrective actions (transfers, markdowns, promotions).Coordinate with Supply Chain and Buying teams on annual purchases.Participate in annual purchase budgeting and keep systems updated.Define product strategy and roadmap in alignment with business goals.Propose overall inventory budget to ensure operational success.Brief and train sales teams before peak seasons (e.g., BTS – Back to School).Control stock receipts from suppliers and factories.Ensure accurate and timely GRNs.Validate transfers between warehouse and stores.Monitor customer returns, store returns, and RTVs.Verify supplier deliveries against purchase orders and delivery notes.Ensure proper labeling, coding, and storage of inventory.Monitor shrinkage trends and investigate root causes.Work closely with retail and warehouse teams to reduce stock loss and operational errors.Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and financial procedures.Assist during internal and external audits.Flag slow-moving, obsolete, or expired stock to the Finance Manager.Prepare regular inventory reports (stock accuracy, aging, stock cover, shrinkage, discrepancies).Provide insights to management to support commercial and operational decisions.Prepare sales and stock reports for stakeholders.Support month-end and year-end stock reconciliation.Maintain documentation for all inventory transactions.Coordinate with procurement, warehouse, logistics, retail, and finance teams.Support administrative functions during off-peak periods (filing, document control, digital archiving, audit documentation).Ensure compliance with inventory SOPs.Requirements3–5+ years of experience in stock control/inventory management within textile, fashion, or retail.Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel knowledge (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP).Experience with ERP systems (SAGE 300, SAP, Oracle, Navision, or similar).Strong understanding of retail KPIs (sell-through, stock cover, shrinkage).Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.Strong organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.Ability to work cross-functionally with retail, warehouse, finance, and buying teams.Fluent in English (additional languages are a plus).Good communication and negotiation skills.#J-18808-Ljbffr