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Your complete guide to the Inventory Controller / Analyst / Planner Role: Duties, salary & hiring tips
Purpose of the Inventory Controller / Analyst / Planner
This role is responsible for monitoring and maintaining stock accuracy, forecasting stock requirements, and assisting with procurement planning.
Inventory Controller / Analyst / Planner's duties and responsibilities
• Stock Monitoring:
Track inventory levels and maintain accuracy across systems.
• Forecasting:
Support planning based on sales and production forecasts.
• Replenishment:
Coordinate stock movement and reorders as needed.
• Reporting:
Generate inventory and stock usage reports.
• System Updates:
Maintain item records and investigate variances.
Track inventory levels and maintain accuracy across systems.
• Forecasting:
Support planning based on sales and production forecasts.
• Replenishment:
Coordinate stock movement and reorders as needed.
• Reporting:
Generate inventory and stock usage reports.
• System Updates:
Maintain item records and investigate variances.
Requirements and qualifications for a Inventory Controller / Analyst / Planner
• 2–4 years’ experience in inventory or supply chain
• Advanced Excel and ERP system skills
• Attention to detail and strong analytical abilities
• Effective communication and planning experience
• Background in logistics, operations, or procurement
• Advanced Excel and ERP system skills
• Attention to detail and strong analytical abilities
• Effective communication and planning experience
• Background in logistics, operations, or procurement
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Looking ahead to 2025, hiring demand for Warehousing roles has decreased to 42%, while Transport roles have become more prominent, rising to 33%. Skills shortages persist, particularly in Warehousing (36%), Transport (30%), and Procurement (24%). AI is increasingly influencing the sector, with predictive analytics (50%), real-time data tracking (47%), and warehouse management systems (43%) emerging as critical skills. Certifications and upskilling initiatives (25%) have become a more common retention strategy, but over half of employers still offer no additional benefits. As technology continues to reshape supply chains, professionals with technical expertise and adaptability will be crucial in driving industry success.
