Stock Control Administrator

About Brompton:

Brompton Bicycle is not just a brand; it's a symbol of innovative urban mobility. Founded in London in 1975, we have become a bit of a global icon, with our easily recognisable design and unwavering commitment to making city cycling smarter and more accessible.

At the heart of our success is our ingenious foldable bike – a testament to British engineering excellence. The compact and portable bicycles have revolutionised urban transportation, offering a practical and eco-friendly solution for navigating bustling cityscapes.

Our dedication to sustainability, quality craftsmanship, and stylish design has earned us a loyal following of cycling enthusiasts and commuters worldwide. We are on a mission to create greener, more efficient cities and dedicated to our motto – Create Urban Freedom for Happier Lives.

If you're ready to pedal your career in a new direction and be a part of something truly special, read on to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

The role

To ensure Inventory across multiple warehouses are maintained, controlled and accurate. You would be expected to manage weekly perpetual counts along with monthly mini stock takes, this would culminate in a yearly full stock count. Following on from the stock counts any discrepancies found would need to be investigated and fully resolved and any subsequent actions followed through to completion. You would need to provide a wide range of solutions spanning a multi-functional team. A keen eye for detail is an absolute must in this role.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Assisting with the perpetual inventory stock counting
• Investigating any discrepancies and shortages to minimize overstocking and remove redundant and obsolete raw materials.
• Organise the physical counts across various departments.
• Maintenance of KANBAN cards and triggers
• Investigating negatives in stores department and assist production where possible.
• Assess new inventory requirements.
• In conjunction with the Inventory & Warehouse Manager, organise the warehouse to maximise the storage area and ensure higher pick accuracies.
• Conduct daily stock spot checks and report on findings.
• Ensuring inter-warehouse transfers are maintained and accurate.
• Develop and implement inventory control procedures and best practices.
• Any other jobs that may be deemed necessary by the Head of Supply Chain
  
  

Key Skills Required.

• An awareness of Health and Safety law and best practices
• Must be able to use Microsoft Office suite especially MS Excel
• Must be able to prepare, plan and execute on your own initiative.
• Keen attention to details.
• Work as part of a cross functional team as well as on your own initiative.
• Must have a “hands on” approach and a can-do attitude.
• Punctual, methodical & reliable.
• Provide a wide range of solutions.
• Working experience within an ERP environment.
• Good communication in a cross functional environment.
• Having worked in a Warehouse/inventory environment for more than 2 years.
  
  

Desirable:

A qualification in a related inventory/stock field would be desirable, however the ability to demonstrate a solid working knowledge in Warehouse/Inventory environment is essential.

You might not tick all the boxes, and that’s okay, we still encourage you to apply. Here at Brompton we are always looking for people that share the same values and attitudes as we do, as we continue to build diverse teams and a sense of community which is made stronger by each new individual who joins.

Benefits at Brompton :

Brompton offers you an excellent working environment with enthusiastic colleagues who get along, communicate and co-operate well with each other. The working climate is informal, but we work hard. Next to good terms of employment, Brompton offers you the opportunity to work in a responsible and challenging job within a dynamic, international and ambitious environment. We are all proud to be part of Brompton Bicycle Ltd; we all share the same passion and dedication to the company and the product, despite any differences in cultural backgrounds and skills.

• Annual Leave – 20 days annual leave, plus all UK bank holidays.
• Competitive Salary – Plus workplace pension scheme and profit share bonus.
• Brompton Discount - Get ready to bike in style, as all employee’s receive up to 60% off their very own bike and accessories, plus there are discounts for your friends and family too.
• Social activities - Throughout the year enjoy time with your colleagues as we host an annual Summer and Christmas party, annual bike rides (both inside and outside the UK), volunteering activities and family fun days just to name a few.
• Learning and Development - Access to free Linkedin Learning and opportunity to devote some of your time at work to personal development. We value professional development and actively promote internal promotions and opportunities.
• Benefits - Workplace Pension Scheme, Care and Health Support, Flexible Working, Cycle to Work Scheme and other benefits.
• Mental Health – We provide access to a confidential EAP that offers counselling, resources and support for various mental health challenges. There’s also Head Space, Brompton’s approved wellness program for employees.
• Paid Leave – We offer an enhanced Family, Paternity and Maternity leave pay.