Stock Controller

Job description

Stock Controller - Fairfield Farm Crisps is looking for a full-time Stock Controller to join our team on a permanent basis at our site just north of Colchester, Essex.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Holiday: 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Pension: NEST Pension Scheme

Free Parking: Onsite parking available

Employee extras such as: Staff discount, Employee Assistance Programme, a supportive working environment, development opportunities, and involvement in an exciting, expanding food brand

About the roleAs a Stock Controller, you will be responsible for managing and maintaining accurate stock levels of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods, ensuring production and customer demand are met while minimising waste and excess stock. You will liaise with suppliers, production teams, and internal departments, and maintain accurate records using ERP or stock management systems and Excel-based tools. This role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (42.5 hours per week, including a 30-minute unpaid break).

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain accurate stock levels and records of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods, investigating and resolving discrepancies.

Conduct regular stock checks, cycle counts, and support improvements in stock management processes.

Monitor sales forecasts and production plans to ensure stock levels meet demand, placing orders as required.

Liaise with suppliers regarding orders, delivery schedules, and stock availability, managing queries professionally.

Work closely with production, purchasing, and sales teams to align stock with business needs.

Generate stock reports for management and support accurate documentation across the business.

About youAs a Stock Controller, you will be a proactive, organised, and detail-focused professional, comfortable working in a fast-paced SME environment. You will have previous experience in stock control, inventory, or supply chain management, be IT literate, confident with Microsoft Excel, and able to communicate effectively with suppliers and internal teams. Experience in food manufacturing or FMCG, knowledge of ERP or inventory management systems, and understanding of production planning or forecasting are desirable. A UK Driver's Licence is essential due to rural location.

About Fairfields Farm CrispsWe are a family-run, independent farm, proudly growing our own potatoes since 2006 and transforming them into premium, hand-cooked crisps made entirely on site. As we strive to become the UK's first carbon-neutral crisp producer, we are looking for passionate, organised individuals who value quality, sustainability, and innovation. With exciting growth and investment underway, this is a great opportunity to join a busy, hands-on SME and make a real impact.

If you have the relevant skills and experience for this Stock Controller role and would like to be considered, please apply by submitting an up-to-date CV. We look forward to hearing from you.

Additional keywords

Stock Controller

Inventory Controller

Stock Management

Supply Chain

Inventory

ERP

Forecasting

Production Planning

Food Manufacturing

FMCG

Warehouse Management

Excel

Inventory Reporting

Stock Reconciliation

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Colchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English