Assistant Stock Controller

Vet Direct is a multi-functional shop for progressive veterinary practices; fulfilling consumable, uniform, instrument and equipment needs. Vet Direct are an important part of the CVS. CVS Group plc are an AIM listed, international integrated veterinary services provider which delivers to clients through the various business areas; our veterinary practices, our service divisions (eg buying groups, diagnostic laboratories and pet crematoria etc and e-commerce division. Our success is derived from the passion our people in all divisions have for animals and making pets a priority, is at the heart of our work, every day.

Vet Direct are excited to be recruiting for an Assistant Stock Controller who will be based at our warehouse in Newcastle Upon Tyne. This is a full-time position working Monday - Friday 09:00-17:00. Within this role the successful applicant will:

• Work as part of a team in a busy, fast-paced warehouse under the guidance of the warehouse leadership. Ensure a comprehensive cycle count is conducted monthly with every planned location counted. Ensure accuracy and integrity of stock is maintained. Highlighting discrepancies and notifying Stock Controller of any trends.
• Process all customer returns.
• Pick and pack as business needs require
• Assist with Goods In as the business requires.

Other Key Responsibilities Include:

• Provide comprehensive cycle counting to ensure accuracy and integrity of stock.
• Support the OrderWise system, processes, controls and reports.
• Process all the customer Returns.
• Perform Cycle counts and investigate any stock deviations.
• Cover Stock controller task's when needed.
• Operate flexibility in a warehouse team working environment.
• Keeping all paperwork up to date.
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Picker/FLT operation desirable.
• Be trained in picking and packing as the role will require these duties to be completed during busy periods or when requested by management.

Experience and Key Skills Required:

Essential:

• Ability to challenge the ‘status quo', bringing a creative approach to solutions that support continuous Improvement.
• Good understanding of GDP, continuous improvement.
• Ability to create successful teams in a ‘can do' culture,
• The ability to work quickly, efficiently and accurately
• Good teamwork
• An good understanding of health and safety
• A willingness to be flexible when required
• A good level of fitness

Desirable:

• Experienced in Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, Power Point, and Outlook.
• Experience of WMS systems – Orderwise knowledge & the use of hand held scanners would be a distinct advantage.

We also offer benefits including; up to 7 weeks holiday (with our buy/sell holiday scheme) + Bank Holidays, pension matched up to 6%, access to our industry leading sharesave scheme, enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave, heavily discounted pet healthcare, continued professional development and a range of flexible benefits such as GymFlex and Cycle to Work to suit your needs.

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.