Stock Controller (Nights) - Logistics Foodservice
Stock Controller (Nightshift)
Attractive Salary & Benefits
38 Hour week (Job to Finish)
Newtownabbey
A look into the role
Henderson Group encompasses Henderson Wholesale, Henderson Retail, Henderson Foodservice, Henderson Group Property and Henderson Technology/Print. We employ over 5,500 staff and have been placed 5th in Ulster Business Top 100 Companies 2024.
Henderson Foodservice is an Investors in People Platinum accredited employer and the leading supplier to the food service industry in Ireland. We source and supply a range of thousands of products to customers including hotels, restaurants, and public sector organisations such as hospitals, offices and care homes.
Following another year of record growth, our team continue to exceed targets and delivered a sales increase of 16.8% in N.I. last year. Our team will offer you a positive and supportive environment to enjoy success within our market leading brand.
The Purpose of the role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Stock Controller to oversee and manage our stock inventory.
The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of inventory management, relevant experience in a similar industry, and proficiency in using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
The Stock Controller will be responsible for coordinating stock control operations, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring a seamless flow of stock.
Working as Stock Controller you will:
• Coordinate Stock Control Operations: Collaborate with warehouse staff, sales, and trading departments to ensure effective stock management.
• Inventory Management: Maintain a steady flow of stock from storage to where it is needed, minimising delays and disruptions.
• Conduct Regular Inventory Checks: Perform frequent inventory audits to verify stock levels and accuracy.
• Record Keeping: Maintain and update daily records of inventory, including stock movements, adjustments, and discrepancies.
• Utilise WMS: Use Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) to track inventory, manage stock movements, and generate reports.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement improvements to stock control procedures and practices, leveraging WMS capabilities.
• Report Preparation: Generate and analyse inventory reports using WMS, providing insights and recommendations for inventory optimization.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards.
• Coordinate Communications: Manage radio communications between the warehouse team and admin to promptly address stock issues that prevent picking or replenishment, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
Skills for Success
Joining us as Stock Controller the minimum criteria you’ll need is:
• A minimum of 5 GCSE’S including Maths and English (or equivalent)
• A minimum of one years’ experience as a Stock Controller or in a similar role within a logistics environment
• Experience using Warehouse Management Systems for inventory tracking and management
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook and Excel
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address inventory issues and optimize stock control.
To ensure compliance with relevant legislation relating to nightshift working, applicants for this campaign must be aged 18 or over.
The Attributes you’ll need include:
• IT competent & literate
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Exceptional organisational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
It is Desirable if you have:
• A third level qualification in a relevant subject
• Experience with different WMS platforms and software.
Are we right for you?
As part of this role, it will be important that you feel aligned with the values that we live and work by.
Ambition – We always strive to be better. We seek new challenges and look for ways to do things better.
Customer First – We provide exceptional service. We put customers at the heart of everything and support our communities.
Teamwork – We succeed together. We help colleagues to succeed, and we share our knowledge and skills.
Integrity – We are fair, honest and ethical. We treat everyone with dignity and respect. We are inclusive and champion diversity.
The Reward
Benefits include market competitive salary, contributory pension scheme, healthcare, life assurance, employee assistance programme, social club, The Store Discount scheme throughout UK/Ireland, staff discount (grocery/fuel) at SPAR/EUROSPAR Henderson Group company-owned stores and many more.
This is a full-time position working 38 hours per week. Working hours will be any 4 days, Sunday-Thursday, 18:00pm-04:00am (Job to Finish).
Completed applications must be submitted online by midnight on Wednesday 8th October 2025.
We are an equal opportunities employer.