Job Description

Location

Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire

Company

Sofina Foods

Hours of Work

Full-time

The Ideal Candidate

• Organised and methodical.
• Proactive, accountable and self-motivated.
• Reliable and trustworthy.
• Strong integrity and compliance focus.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Good IT skills, in particular spread sheets and databases and a knowledge of warehouse systems
• Strong knowledge of warehousing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Hands on experience with warehouse management software and databases
• Analytical and numerical
• Strong decision-making skills
• Excellent attention to detail skills
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent organisation skills
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and liaise at all levels
• Possess a “right first time”, diligent and conscientious work ethic.

Company Information

Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It’s a place to build your future.

With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.
Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.

Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods.

Country Code

GB

Why Sofina Foods?

• Competitive rates
• Online Benefits Hub
• Canteen
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Company pension
• Referral programme
• Health & wellbeing programme

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INDP

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8 Hour Shift, Day Shift

Salary

£13.54 per hour

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Your Key Responsibilities

Inventory Control

• Conduct regular cycle counts and support full stock takes.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Reconcile physical stock with Warehouse Management System (WMS) records.
• Maintain accurate batch, lot, and date control where applicable.

Stock Movement & Transactions

• Monitor inbound and outbound stock transactions.
• Ensure accurate booking-in of goods and correct location allocation.
• Oversee internal stock transfers and system adjustments.
• Control quarantine, damaged, and returned stock processes.

Systems & Data Accuracy

• Maintain accurate data within the WMS/SAP system.
• Ensure all stock adjustments are authorised and documented.
• Produce regular stock accuracy and variance reports.
• Support audit requirements and compliance checks.

Investigation & Loss Prevention

• Analyse stock variance trends and identify root causes.
• Work with warehouse teams to implement corrective actions.
• Monitor shrinkage, damage, and process compliance.
• Escalate recurring issues to management with recommendations.

Operational Support

• Ensure pick faces are correctly stocked and replenished
• Support planning teams with accurate stock availability information.
• Assist operational teams during peak periods where required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

The primary purpose of a Stock Controller role within a distribution warehouse is to ensure accurate inventory management and maintain stock integrity to support efficient warehouse operations and customer service levels.