Logistics & Stock Controller
We are seeking a highly organised, detail-focused Stock Controller to manage inventory across the gallery and storage locations.
You will maintain accurate records; track works and materials; coordinate inbound and outbound shipments; and ensure every piece is correctly recorded, stored, monitored, condition-checked and in mint condition, ready for dispatch.
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience.
Key Responsibilities
Inventory Management
· Maintain accurate inventory records for all pieces, finished and in progress, at on and off-site storage locations.
· Manage stock movements between makers, warehouses, galleries, fairs and exhibitions.
· Ensure best practice handling of the works.
· Coordinate incoming goods inspections and quality checks.
· Conduct regular stock reconciliations and inventory audits.
· Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies.
· Ensure all items are correctly labelled, photographed and recorded.
· Ensure all dispatches and deliveries are tracked and recorded.
· Update internal systems with inventory changes.
Fairs and exhibitions
· Support preparations for exhibitions, fairs and installations.
· Organise external art handlers for installations, UK and abroad.
· Ensure all stock is ready and in good condition when loading transport for external fairs.
Sills & Experience
Essential
· Exceptional organisational skills.
· Negativing costings and budget control
· Strong Excel and inventory system experience.
· Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
· Excellent communication skills.
· Methodical and process-driven approach.
Desirable
· Knowledge of inventory management software.
· Experience working with high-value or unique objects.
· Passion for developing and improving the optimisation of inventory management software.
Personal Attributes
· Organised and proactive.
· Calm under pressure.
· Strong problem-solving skills.
· Comfortable working independently.
