Inventory Controller

Job Title:
Inventory Controller

Reporting to:
Head of Materials Management

Purpose of Role:

Support development of the inventory control strategy, with the aim of improving inventory accuracy, reducing cost and maximising operational efficiency.

Who are we?

Erwin Hymer Group UK is a leading manufacturer of Caravans, Campervans and Motorhomes. Employing over 380 staff at our 115,900 sq m Consett site, our thriving manufacturing plant is at the heart of our company. We build the biggest and best-known brands in the sector: Elddis, Xplore and Buccaneer. EHG UK is part of German-based Erwin Hymer Group and owned by US giant, THOR Industries, Inc., the World’s largest leisure vehicle manufacturer.

We’re proud to build a vast choice of award-winning leisure vehicles, available from our growing network of specialist Retailers.

What you can expect:

• Salary – £30,000-£35,000
• Hours – 38 per week (Monday -Thursday)
• Basis – Full time permanent
• Company pension
• Free onsite parking
• Access to employee benefits hub with discounts at thousands of partner brands
• Cycle to work scheme

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, control and undertake perpetual inventory activities/inventory accuracy checks and ensure integrity/accuracy of the stock management systems.

• Investigate and complete root cause analysis on stock inaccuracies; where required work constructively with relevant parties to implement effective countermeasures.

• Develop strong working relationships with all relevant stakeholders, in particular the warehouse, production and purchasing teams.

• Minimize overstock and highlight obsolete component parts/raw materials, liaise with management to action accordingly.

• Work collaboratively with the Warehouse and Production Team Leaders to ensure that all staff are fully trained and adhering to inventory management procedures.

• Produce reports and provide routine management information on inventory performance.

• Monitor and evaluate material utilisation and scrap procedures across the site, working cross-functionally to implement/improve procedures and adherence to such.

• Implement improvement processes and systems to reduce inventory, minimize costs and maximize working capital

• Ensure maintenance of accurate written procedures for all main inventory control processes.

• To work in a safe manner by driving positive behaviour and leading by example with regards to the Company’s health and safety policies.

• To carry out any other duties not listed above as may reasonably be expected.

What are we looking for?

• 5 GCSEs Grade A-C/4-9 including Maths and English or equivalent.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in inventory management.
• Knowledge of supply chain and inventory management principles and guidelines.
• Detailed understanding of ERP/MRP and/or other inventory management systems.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications -Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint in particular.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective time management and organisational skills.
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn, improve and adapt.
• Strong attention to detail and adept at using a data driven approach to root cause analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure and to tight timescales, whilst maintaining quality.
• Proactive individual, comfortable with challenging and influencing at all levels within an organisation.

Desirable:

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business Management or other relevant professional qualification.
• Experience of lean concepts, kanban and continuous improvement.
• Experience working in a similar industry.

Please take note that EHG UK does not hold a UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker licence sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for skilled worker sponsorship.

Job Types – Full-time, Permanent
Salary – £30,000-£35,000
Hours – 38 per week (Monday -Thursday)

Benefits:
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Application question(s):
• Do you have any unspent convictions? Yes/No

Work authorisation:
• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 23:59 on Sunday 27th April,2025

How To Apply

Simply send an up to date copy of your CV to: recruitment@erwinhymergroup.co.uk