GXO Logistics
Stock Control Operative
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Stock Control Operative
Stock Control Operatives – Permanent Role with EDF Project
Location: GXO Bridgwater, UK Sector: Logistics & Supply Chain Type: Full-time (Monday - Friday, 8.5 hours, 06:00 - 18:00)
About the Role
Are you passionate about logistics, with a keen eye for detail and a dedication to accuracy? Join GXO Bridgwater and EDF, shaping the future of zero-carbon energy in Britain as a Stock Control Operative.
This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to play a key role in a game-changing UK infrastructure project while collaborating with a supportive, close-knit team. GXO is committed to safety, training, and career growth, offering a supportive environment that values your progress.
What You’ll Do
As a Stock Control Operative, your responsibilities include:
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Support & Leadership:
- Act as deputy for the Stock and Systems Team Manager when required
- Maintain stock procedures, ensuring compliance with Licence Conditions & Health & Safety
- Uphold rigorous data integrity standards
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Warehouse & WMS Operations:
- Accurately enter and maintain data in the Warehouse Management System (WMS)
- Review inbound and outbound deliveries, ensuring prompt traceability
- Align physical stock with system records to eliminate discrepancies
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Stock Auditing & Analysis:
- Lead cycle counting activities, analyse results, and resolve discrepancies -Recommend corrective actions to meet KPIs and audit benchmarks
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Equipment & Team Collaboration:
- Monitor equipment maintenance and report issues promptly
- Address customer or ad hoc stock queries efficiently
What You’ll Need
To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:
- Proven experience in stock control, inventory management, or warehouse operations (familiarity with FIFO/LIFO principles is ideal)
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, and experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) (preferred: Manhattan)
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement
- Flexibility to adapt to evolving operational demands
^{*Will be subject to pre-employment background checks as part of recruitment.}
Why Join GXO?
As a leading supply chain solutions provider, GXO delivers smarter, leaner logistics for global companies. Here, you’ll thrive in a diverse, inclusive environment where your growth is a priority—backed by:
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Competitive Rewards
- Hourly Rate: £14.42
- Additional Pay: Overtime and unsociable hours premiums
- Holidays: 23 days (+ Bank Holidays)
- Healthcare & Dental: Cash plans supported by the company
- Discounts: Enterprise Rentals + discounts on supermarkets, fashion, tech, travel, sports, and entertainment
- Training: Funded accredited courses for your development
- Friends & Family Schemes: Encourage skills growth within your networks!
Company Values
- An equal-opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Armed Forces friendly and recognised as a Disability Confident Leader
- Global impact: Your work directly supports transformative projects like zero-carbon energy
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Take your next step: A role in stock control at GXO will propel you into a career that’s stabilising critical industries while shaping smarter supply chains.
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