Retail Stock Taker (Client Hiring)

We’re hiring a Retail Stock Taker for a client, with the potential to earn up to £14.25 per hour. Role offers excellent career growth, flexible shifts, and opportunities for overtime.

Responsibilities:

• Accurately count and record inventory items in the store, including stock on shelves, in storage, or in the warehouse. 
• Conduct regular stock audits to ensure inventory levels match system records, identifying discrepancies and addressing them as needed. 
• Assist in replenishing stock on the shop floor, ensuring products are available for customers. 
• Use scanning devices or software to track stock movements, including incoming shipments and stock transfers. 
• Report stock discrepancies, damaged goods, and overstocked items to management, and suggest improvements for inventory management. 
• Ensure that stock is organized neatly and follows visual merchandising standards, making products easily accessible for customers and staff. 
• Monitor for potential theft, damaged goods, or stock errors, and help maintain a secure environment to reduce stock loss. 
• Work closely with store managers, sales associates, and warehouse teams to maintain smooth stock operations. 
• Ensure proper stock rotation (e.g., FIFO—First In, First Out) to minimize waste, especially in perishable goods. 
• Occasionally assist customers with product inquiries related to stock availability or inventory.

Experience:

• Familiarity with stock taking procedures, inventory audits, and product scanning systems.
• Experience in using inventory management software or stock scanning tools is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of loss prevention practices and techniques.
• Previous experience in retail, stock management, or inventory control is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring accuracy under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Physical fitness as the role involves standing, walking, and lifting stock items.

Number of Positions: 2

Job Type: Contract

Benefits:

Up to 28 days paid holiday per year

Career progression opportunities

Contributory pension

Onboarding training to prepare you for the role.

Work Location: Nottingham