Inventory Control Manager
Pilgrims Europe
Attleborough
Job type
full time
Location
Attleborough, England
Location - Attleborough
Department - Supply Chain
Contract Type - Permanent, Site-Based, Full-Time
Take Ownership. Drive Accuracy. Deliver Impact.
We're looking for a highly driven Inventory Control Manager to lead stock accuracy and system performance across our Attleborough site.
In this key leadership role, you'll take full ownership of inventory control across site operations and 3PLs—ensuring data integrity, driving process compliance, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. You'll play a critical role in supporting operational performance through accurate reporting, analysis, and system optimisation.
As part of the Pilgrim's Europe way of working, this is an office-based role, enabling close collaboration with site teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
What You'll Be Doing
Take full accountability for stock accuracy across site and 3PLs
Lead system ownership across SAP, Innova and related platforms
Ensure strong data integrity across all inventory systems
Support system improvements, upgrades and future transitions
Lead, coach and develop the Stock Control Team (days & nights)
Drive engagement and capability across system users site-wide
Provide training, guidance and support on SAP and Innova usage
Act as a key stakeholder across operations, finance, technical and supply chain
Ensure SOPs are up to date, trained out and consistently followed
Maintain compliance with SOX and internal standards
Monitor adherence and drive continuous improvement in processes
Deliver accurate daily KPI reporting
Track waste, identify trends and implement reduction initiatives
Support root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions
Monitor system performance and drive improvements
Lead production reconciliation activity and resolve discrepancies
Oversee cycle counts and inventory accuracy processes
Manage and resolve IDOCs and system errors in real time
Identify risks and work cross-functionally to mitigate them
Champion a “Safety as a Condition” culture
Ensure compliance with all H&S policies and processes
Proactively identify and address risks
What We're Looking For
Strong leadership experience with the ability to coach and develop teams
Proven experience in inventory control and systems management
Strong working knowledge of SAP and/or Innova
Excellent attention to detail and analytical capability
Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
Ability to work at pace and manage multiple priorities
Essential:
Experience working with SAP/Innova systems
Food Safety / HACCP (or equivalent experience)
Why Join Pilgrim's Europe?
At Pilgrim's Europe, we offer more than just a job—we offer long-term career opportunities in a global business:
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Career progression across a leading international organisation
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Performance-driven culture that rewards success
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Employee wellbeing initiatives and support programmes
Access to employee benefits platform and discount schemes
Strong commitment to sustainability and responsible operations
Our Values
Our values shape everything we do:
Availability ¦ Humility ¦ Discipline ¦ Sincerity ¦ Ownership ¦ Determination ¦ Simplicity
Ready to Take Control?
If you're a detail-driven leader passionate about systems, accuracy, and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you.
Apply now and make an impact at Pilgrim's Europe
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