Stock Allocator

Job Title: Stock Allocator Location: Letchworth Garden City Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Salary: Up to £35,000 (depending on experience) Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm   About the Role I'm currently working with a growing business in Letchworth who are looking to add a Stock Allocator to their procurement/supply chain team. This is a key role responsible for ensuring stock is in the right place at the right time across a multi-branch network. You'll play an important part in maintaining stock availability, supporting purchasing activity, and ensuring high service levels for both internal teams and customers.   Key Responsibilities Manage stock levels across multiple locations to maintain optimal availability Monitor stock distribution and rebalance inventory where required Analyse product performance, identifying slow-moving or underperforming lines Produce regular reports to highlight trends, risks, and opportunities Manage back-order reports and take proactive steps to fulfil demand Raise stock requests and support purchase order processes Liaise with suppliers to track and progress deliveries Work closely with warehouse and branch teams to resolve stock-related queries Escalate stock issues and recommend practical solutions Support the wider procurement team and contribute to continuous improvement   Skills & Experience Required Previous experience in a stock allocation, merchandising, or supply chain role Strong attention to detail and accuracy Good problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment Confident Excel skills (pivot tables and lookups preferred) Strong organisational and time management skills Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships across teams Experience with inventory or forecasting systems would be advantageous Background in distribution, wholesale, or retail would be beneficial    What's on Offer Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience Monday to Friday working hours (8:30am - 5:00pm) Permanent, full-time opportunity Training and development within procurement and supply chain Supportive and collaborative team environment   This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, solving problems, and keeping things running efficiently. If you have experience in stock-focused roles and are looking to develop further within supply chain or procurement, I'd love to hear from you