Stock Controller at University of the West of England

Salary

• £28,000 - £32,000

What will my core responsibilities be?

• The Stock Controller is responsible for managing and maintaining stock levels for the electrical, mechanical, and fabric maintenance trades across the UWE Bristol estate. The role ensures that all materials, tools, and consumables are accurately recorded, available when required, and replenished in a timely manner. The Stock Controller will also coordinate deliveries, maintain a clean and organised store, and support the wider maintenance teams to enable efficient and effective operations.

Stock Management & Control

• Monitor, maintain, and update stock levels for electrical, mechanical, and fabric maintenance materials.
• Carry out regular stock checks and full inventory audits.
• Ensure the correct labelling, storage, and safe handling of all stock items.
• Identify shortages or surpluses and take corrective actions as needed.
• Carry out weekly audits of Vans to ensure adequate stock levels and gain insight on frequently used items for safety stocks control.

Ordering & Procurement

• Work with the Operations Manager to request purchase orders for materials, consumables, and tools in line with internal procedures.
• Ensure all materials meet required specifications and quality standards in accordance with the teams requirements.

Deliveries & Logistics

• Schedule and coordinate inbound deliveries to ensure timely arrival.
• Receive, check, and log incoming goods, ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Organise and distribute stock items to the relevant trade teams promptly.
• Resolve delivery discrepancies or damaged goods with suppliers.

Operational Support

• Work closely with electrical, mechanical, and fabric maintenance teams to understand stock usage and future requirements.
• Support the planning of maintenance tasks by ensuring required materials are available in advance.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant stores environment in line with health and safety guidelines.

Systems & Administration

• Update digital stock management systems, ensuring accurate data entry.
• Maintain delivery records, supplier information, and stock transaction logs.
• Produce reports on usage, stock levels, and forecasted needs when required.

What skills and experience do I need to be successful in this role?

• Proven experience in stock control, stores management, or inventory coordination.
• Good understanding of materials used in electrical, mechanical, and fabric trades.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work accurately with high attention to detail whilst under pressure.
• Competent IT skills, including stock management systems and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proactive and self motivated, with good problem solving skills.
• Customer focused approach to support internal trade teams.
• Experience working in a facilities, maintenance, construction, or engineering environment is helpful

End Date: 20th April 2026