Inventory Controller

Overview

Inventory Controller - West Dublin. Reed has partnered with our client based in West Dublin to recruit for their Finance Team. The role offers a busy environment with opportunities to learn and develop skills within a progressive organisation that supports career paths and development opportunities.

Benefits

• Initially site-based role with hybrid working option following successful probation - hybrid 2 days at home after probation
• Company performance-related bonus scheme of 10% of basic pay
• Company pension contribution plus Company Life Assurance
• Incremental annual leave with service plus two additional company days
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Company sick pay scheme
• On-site parking available

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate stock records and ensure inventory levels are optimised
• Conduct regular stock audits and cycle counts to identify discrepancies
• Investigate stock variances and implement corrective actions
• Work closely with warehouse teams to streamline stock management processes
• Analyse stock data to identify trends and improve forecasting accuracy
• Implement and maintain best practices for stock control procedures
• Generate reports on stock levels, discrepancies, and inventory performance
• Support the finance team with stock valuations and reconciliations
• Use inventory management systems to track stock movements and update records
• Manage and reconcile the GRNI account to ensure accuracy and completeness of goods received and their associated invoices
• Monitor and analyse stock variances, investigating discrepancies and implementing corrective actions
• Ensure accurate pricing of stock, including verification of price changes and communication with relevant stakeholders
• Perform timely and accurate stock bookings in the SAP system, maintaining integrity of inventory records
• Implement and oversee regular stock cycle counts to monitor inventory accuracy and resolve discrepancies efficiently
• Monitor and manage ageing stock, preparing reports on slow-moving or obsolete inventory and collaborating with relevant teams to take corrective action
• Collaborate with purchasing and warehouse teams to ensure seamless stock flow and accurate reporting
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to inventory, providing relevant analysis and reports
• Identify opportunities to enhance stock control processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications and Experience

• Proven experience in inventory management, stock control, or a related finance role
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems for stock booking and reporting
• Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail
• Solid understanding of GRNI processes, stock pricing, variance analysis, stock cycle counts, and ageing stock management
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with financial reporting tools