Job Description

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

An Inventory Control Specialist ensures that inventory is accurately tracked, efficiently managed, and readily available to meet organizational needs. They play a critical role in maintaining supply chain efficiency, minimizing stock discrepancies, and supporting overall operational success.

Job Responsibilities

Inventory Control Specialists oversee the ordering, receiving, storing, and distribution of products and supplies. Their duties include:

• Inventory Management: Track inventory levels, perform regular audits, reconcile discrepancies between physical stock and records, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Shipping and Receiving: Handle the shipment and receipt of products, materials, and supplies, including special orders, and ensure timely delivery.
• Stock Control Process requisitions, replenish stock items, and manage specialty carts or kits, ensuring priority items are delivered promptly.
• Data and Reporting: Use inventory management software to update records, generate reports, monitor trends, and forecast future inventory needs.
• Collaboration: Work with procurement, logistics, sales, and other departments to maintain optimal stock levels and support supply chain operations.
• Problem Resolution: Investigate inventory discrepancies, implement corrective actions, and support continuous quality improvement processes.
• Training and Supervision: Train staff on inventory procedures and software use and manage warehouse or inventory teams when necessary.

Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• BSc/BA in business administration, logistics, or a related field
• Proficiency in inventory management software and familiarity with supply chain procedures.
• Ability to lift and move heavy items; work may occur in warehouse environments that are hot, cold, or physically demanding.
• Proficient in English.
• Resume must be in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• GKN Aerospace Experience
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities; effective customer service skills for client interactions.
• supply chain certifications are a plus

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ​
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