Senior Stock Controller
Location: LBS Head Office, Ammanford
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Senior Stock Controller to take ownership of stock management across the business. This is a pivotal role responsible for maintaining optimal inventory levels, managing pricing structures, and ensuring the integrity of our stock systems.
You will act as the primary point of contact for stock-related matters within our IQ system, driving efficiency, accuracy, and continuous improvement across procurement and stock control operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Stock & Inventory Management
- Maintain and manage stock levels in line with business parameters and demand forecasting
- Oversee perpetual and annual stock takes, including reporting and system coordination
- Develop and implement company-wide stock take protocols
- Rationalise stock profiles and eliminate duplication while maintaining range integrity
- Manage slow-moving, discontinued, and obsolete stock, including supplier cleanses
- Identify gaps and opportunities within the product range
Procurement & Pricing
- Maintain PRQs and place orders for timber and sheet materials
- Process imported orders and implement structured 5-tier pricing models
- Maintain and update the company price book, including supplier price changes
- Monitor competitor pricing to ensure market competitiveness
- Optimise margins through strategic pricing and price breaks
Systems & Data Management
- Act as the lead contact for IQ stock system issues and improvements
- Maintain accurate stock data, including min/max levels and product coding
- Utilise AI-driven tools within IQ to optimise stock control processes
- Support PIM processes, ensuring accurate product data and imagery for e-commerce
Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely with Procurement, Operations, Marketing, and Branch teams
- Support promotional planning by ensuring adequate stock availability
- Communicate pricing, stock updates, and supplier changes across the business
Compliance & Reporting
- Deliver mandated stock reporting across the supply base
- Ensure adherence to company procedures and health & safety standards
We’re looking for someone who has:
- Proven experience in a senior stock control or inventory management role
- Strong understanding of end-to-end stock systems (IQ experience desirable)
- Commercially aware with experience in pricing strategy and margin management
- Highly analytical with strong attention to detail
- Confident communicator with the ability to influence across departments
- Experience within timber, construction materials, or similar sectors preferred
Why join us?
If you are a proactive and detail-driven stock professional looking to make a tangible impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Some of the benefits of working for us Profit Share Bonus Scheme, Online discount portal including money off retail brands and holidays, Employee Care Helpline and access to a digital GP, staff discount scheme, Death in Service, formal training and career progression opportunities.
Hours of work: An average of 38.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 7.30am – 4.30pm.
Salary: Depending on Experience