The Company

Yusen Logistics is working to become the world’s preferred supply chain logistics company. Our complete offer is designed to forge better connections between businesses, customers and communities – through innovative supply chain management, freight forwarding, warehousing and distribution services. As a company we’re dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring everyone who works with us is committed, connected and creative in making us the world’s preferred choice.


The Role

We are seeking an Inventory Controller to join our Findern, Derby site (DE65 6BG). This role involves supporting all stock movements and ensuring they are accurately recorded to maintain the integrity of stock valuation. You will help deliver a first-class service to both our customers and Yusen Logistics (UK) Ltd, while maintaining strong communication and working within operational requirements.

This is a warehouse-based role involving the packaging of products, with some manual handling required. We’re looking for someone who is customer-focused, a strong team player, and eager to learn and develop.


The Benefits

• Salary of £32,681.84
• Free Eye Test *
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Critical Illness Cover
• Free online Fitness Platform i.e., Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• On Site Mental health First Aiders
• Employee benefits i.e., Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
• Tailored development and career opportunities
• Health cash Plan

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing stock control & updating WMS.
• Accurate stock counting.
• Assisting Operations & Customer Services with queries.
• Assisting with proactive investigations of any stock discrepancies.
• Maintain systems with accurate and real-time data.
• Provide accurate reporting to colleagues or customers as and when required.
• Assisting with general warehouse duties, including the use of manual handling techniques and use of MHE.
• Ensure all Health and Safety procedures are adhered to all times.
• Continuously look to improve processes and procedures to drive efficiency and improvement in business operation and customer service.

Key Experience:

• Previous experience from an administration and stock control environment within a logistics operation.
• A MHE Counter Balance licence would be advantageous but not essential (training can be provided).
• A team player with a proactive and flexible approach.
• Ability to prioritise and work under pressure.
• High attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Previous experience using Warehouse Management Systems, with SAP being particularly desirable.
• Experience of using MS outlook and Excel.
  

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.

Please note, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

In Yusen Logistics, we understand the value of utilising AI and other technologies to support the application process but we encourage the candidates to use them to enhance their application and not replace their own effort and authenticity. Therefore, candidates should not rely on AI-generated responses during the interview process.

Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential. Yusen Logistics are proud to be a ‘Disability Confident Committed’ employer.