Stock Control & Compliance Controller

Summary To ensure the accuracy, traceability, and compliance of stock movements across the business, supporting operational performance, financial control, and End Use Tax compliance through robust stock governance and reconciliation. The Role The Stock Control &​ End Use Controller is responsible for maintaining end to end stock accuracy, traceability, and compliance across the business.

Working closely with Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, Quality, and Business Systems, you will oversee stock governance, support End Use Tax compliance, and ensure the business is fully prepared for internal and external audits. You'll play a key role in improving stock processes, maintaining accurate records, and driving continuous improvement across inventory management.

This is a predominantly office based role operating on a 4 on, 4 off 12 hour shift pattern, with some time spent on the factory floor and within warehouse environments to support investigations and stock control activities.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate stock records and full traceability across production, warehousing, and dispatch
• Investigate stock discrepancies, lead reconciliations, and implement corrective actions to improve inventory accuracy
• Coordinate stock takes, cycle counts, and reconciliation activities across internal and third party locations
• Lead End Use Tax compliance activities, maintaining accurate records and ensuring audit readiness
• Produce stock reports, KPI analysis, and reconciliations to support Finance, Supply Chain, and operational teams
• Maintain stock related master data and support month end and year end inventory processes
• Develop and improve stock control procedures, driving consistency, compliance, and best practice
• Provide guidance and training to operational teams on stock accuracy and compliance requirements
• Work collaboratively with Operations, Finance, Quality, and Business Systems to improve stock management processes and system controls

The Ideal Candidate Key Behavioural Competencies

• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
• High level of ownership and accountability
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and challenge constructively
• Process driven with a continuous improvement mindset
• Strong organisational and problem solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in stock control, inventory auditing, or stock reconciliation
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and stock management processes
• Strong Excel skills and experience analysing inventory data
• Knowledge of manufacturing, FMCG, food production, or logistics environments
• Experience supporting audits or regulatory compliance activities, with End Use Tax or HMRC knowledge advantageous
• Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement experience beneficial

Why Sofina Foods?

• Competitive Salary
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Online Benefits Hub
• Free On-Site Parking
• Career Development Opportunities
• Supportive and Collaborative Working Culture

Company Information Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It’s a place to build your future. With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.

Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.

Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods.

Equal Opportunities Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Schedule 12 Hour Shift

Location Leeds, West Yorkshire

Hours of Work Full-time

Company Sofina Foods

Country Code GB

AutoReqId 5705BR

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