Stock Controller

Stock Controller

Grant & Stone Building Supplies - Southeast

About Us

Since 1987, Grant & Stone Building Supplies has supported construction projects across the Southeast, delivering outstanding customer service and specialist product expertise. As part of IBMG, we combine local knowledge with national strength.

The Role

We are looking for a proactive and organised Stock Controller to ensure optimum stock availability across our branch network while managing stockholding costs and supporting profitability. This role will focus on purchasing, stock optimisation, supplier management, and maintaining accurate system controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise and manage purchase orders in line with stock targets.
• Maintain and optimise Kerridge purchasing parameters, including forecasts, MIN/MAX levels and lead times.
• Place manual orders where required to maintain stock availability.
• Work closely with branches, Category Managers, and suppliers to support preferred product ranges.
• Monitor and manage slow-moving and excess stock through redistribution, returns, or promotional activity.
• Support effective stock control processes to maximise availability and minimise costs.

Requirements

• Proven experience in supply chain, purchasing, stock control, or inventory management within a complex supply chain, retail environment, or multi-site distribution business.

• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and supply chain processes, with a track record of improving stock availability while reducing working capital.

• Experience building effective relationships and influencing stakeholders to achieve shared business objectives.

• Excellent analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret data and implement effective stock management actions.

• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and inventory management systems. Experience with Kerridge, eCommerce platforms, ePOS systems, and BI reporting tools would be advantageous.

• Experience supporting supplier performance management and stock optimisation initiatives.

• Strong communication and organisational skills with a collaborative approach to teamwork.

• Commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety.

• Professional, customer-focused approach with a positive and proactive attitude.

• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities effectively.

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:00am 5:00pm

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Paid holidays
• Staff discount on building materials
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Perks Membership discounts at major retailers
• Career development and training opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Branded uniform

If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your career with a leading builders' merchant, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join Grant & Stone Building Supplies.

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