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Inventory Control Team Leader
Job Posted: 13 hours ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wotton, Surrey
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Inventory Control Team Leader
Wotton, Surrey – own transport is required due to rural location
Azenta Life Sciences specialises in the design, manufacture and marketing of consumables and bench top instrumentation for the life sciences industry.
As the Inventory Control Team Leader, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of inventory accuracy and control within the warehouse. This role involves leading a team, overseeing stock management processes, ensuring data integrity, and driving operational efficiency to support business goals.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Inventory Management & Accuracy
Monitor stock levels and ensure they are maintained within agreed parameters
Manage regular cycle counts & reconciliation to ensure records match physical inventory
Organise & manage annual stock count
Investigate & resolve inventory discrepancies
Ensure proper documentation & recordkeeping for stock movements
Oversee stock rotation and ensure items nearing expiration are managed effectively
* Leadership & Team Supervision
Lead, train, assign tasks & oversee daily operations of the inventory & goods in teams
Assign tasks & oversee daily operations
Monitor & manage product scrapping process
Ensure team members follow best practices & company policies
Provide performance feedback & conduct periodic evaluations
* Stock Control & Optimisation
Coordinate with production & warehouse teams to optimise stock availability
Minimise stock shortages, overstocking & dead stock
Ensure proper labelling, storage & handling of inventory
Implement strategies to improve inventory turnover
Review stock for short dated, expired stock & stock levels
New supplier set-up process
* Warehouse Organisation
Ensure the warehouse is organised to optimise space and allow for efficient stock retrieval during peak periods.
Implement & maintain warehouse labelling systems for easy identification & tracking
* Receiving
Oversee the receipt, inspection, & documentation of deliveries to ensure accuracy & compliance with PO/TO’s
Assist the Goods In team with any stock queries
Systems Management
Utilise inventory software to track stock levels
Ensure the accuracy of data input into systems for inventory tracking
System data cleansing
* Compliance & Safety
Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures & safety regulations
Maintain compliance with industry standards & legal requirements
Train team members on proper handling of inventory to prevent damage & loss
Assist in keeping the warehouse organised
* Reporting & Communication
Generate inventory reports & analyse data for decision making
Prepare reports on stock levels & discrepancies
Track & report any stock losses or damages to Line Manager
Communicate stock status, shortages & issues to relevant departments
Collaborate with teams to streamline operations
What You’ll Bring
Proven experience with ERP/inventory management systems.
In-depth knowledge of warehousing practices and inventory control.
High level of attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
Strong problem-solving skills and sound decision-making capabilities.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines.
Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Your Rewards
As an employee at Azenta you will benefit from the following:
You will be remunerated competitively depending on your experience and skills.
Private healthcare and cash back plans
Employer pension scheme
Employee Share Purchase Scheme
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