Inventory Controllers
| Posting date: | 05 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £13.24 PER HOUR |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 July 2025 |
| Location: | Kendal, LA9 6NW |
| Company: | Lakeland |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | lakeland-3409 |
Summary
Inventory Controller
Are you a detail-driven professional with a passion for process and accuracy?
We’re looking for an Inventory Controller to join our team at the Kendal Distribution Centre and help ensure stock integrity across our supply chain
About The Role
As Inventory Controller, you’ll play a critical role in supporting efficient inventory operations across our supply chain. Working cross-functionally with distribution, buying & merchandising, stores, and finance teams, you’ll help ensure stock accuracy, maintain location data, manage product setups, and resolve discrepancies.
Purpose of the Role
- Execute daily, weekly, and monthly inventory tasks in line with supply chain processes
- Investigate and reconcile inventory discrepancies across the supply chain
- Support new product setup and location optimisation within the distribution centre
- Maintain and update accurate inventory records and WMS data
- Generate relevant stock and performance reports for management
- Uphold all QHSE processes and procedures on site
Knowledge and Experience
2+ years in a fast-paced warehouse environment
•Strong understanding of inventory control processes and WMS systems
•Experience in warehouse operations, stock investigations, and reconciliation
•Proficiency with Office 365 (Excel, Outlook, etc.)
•Valid Reach & Counterbalance truck licences
Key Skills & Attributes
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Analytical and logical thinker with sound problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and coaching skills
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and process-driven
• Able to identify and suggest improvements to current inventory processes
Why Join Us?
At the Kendal Distribution Centre, you'll be part of a dedicated and forward-thinking team that values continuous improvement, collaboration, and development. We offer a dynamic environment where your contributions make a real impact on supply chain efficiency and customer satisfaction.
About Lakeland
Founded in the early 60s, with the same strong values of quality and customer care now as when we first started.
From selling plastic bags for home freezing from the Rayner family garage in Windermere, to over 4000 kitchen and home products today, Lakeland has grown to the extent that we now send out thousands of parcels a day from our Kendal despatch centre, and we have stores nationwide, stretching from Aberdeen to Exeter, with more in the pipeline.
Benefits
You’ll be joining a company that truly values its employees. In addition to a friendly and welcoming working environment, Lakeland offers colleagues:
- 29 days holiday including bank holidays.
- Free onsite parking while on shift.
- Comfortable and well-equipped break areas.
- 20% staff discount on Lakeland products.
- Employee Assistance Programme and Discount Scheme provided by Retail Trust.
- Access to our group personal pension plan if you wish to join.
- Overtime hours may be available during busy times, paid at our overtime rate.