Stock Control Apprentice

Mediq UK are a supplier of healthcare consumables, healthcare equipment, cleaning, and hygiene products, as well as healthcare devices to hospitals, care homes, and other facilities serving the healthcare sector in the UK.

Mediq are an International healthcare company with leading market positions in 13 countries. Our global head office is located just outside Utrecht, the Netherlands. We have more than 2,500 employees and we are committed to improve healthcare outcomes and the affordability of care.

We are looking for a Stock Control apprentice to join our Operations team.

The Stock Control Apprentice will support the day‑to‑day accuracy, integrity, and optimisation of warehouse stock. This role is designed to build foundational knowledge in inventory control, stock investigation, and root cause analysis while providing essential operational support to ensure reliable and efficient stock management.

The apprentice will play a key role in completing daily accuracy checks, investigating stock discrepancies, monitoring stock flow issues, and supporting the Stock Control team in maintaining high inventory standards and compliance.

This is an office based role, working from our Mediq UK site in Castle Donington.

What You’ll Be Doing

This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role where organisation, accuracy, and attention to detail are essential.

You will:

Daily Stock Accuracy & Monitoring

• Complete daily stock checks to ensure system quantities match physical stock
• Highlight and escalate discrepancies, missing stock, or system errors
• Maintain and update stock accuracy trackers and dashboards
• Support timely execution of daily / weekly stock routines
• Daily cycle count checks and variance investigations
• Monitoring high‑risk SKUs and discrepancy trends
• Identifying and reporting recurring stock errors
• Supporting reconciliation of stock after operational activity (e.g., picks, putaways, returns)

Root Cause Analysis & Investigation

• Conduct root cause analysis for stock discrepancies
• Document findings clearly and propose corrective actions
• Collaborate with Warehouse, Goods‑In, and Operations teams to resolve stock issues
• Support implementation of corrective and preventative actions

Inventory Management Support

• Assist with monitoring slow‑moving, excess, and obsolete stock
• Support weekly and monthly stock audits
• Assist with stock adjustments following investigation and approval
• Improve accuracy and visibility of stock through consistent reporting

Stock Flow & Operational Support

• Monitor stock movements across key warehouse processes (Goods‑In, Putaway, Picking, Despatch)
• Support the team in resolving operational blockers affecting stock accuracy
• Assist with returns, quarantined items, and damaged stock investigations

Communication & Coordination

• Respond to stock‑related queries via team inbox or direct communication
• Coordinate follow-ups with operational teams on required actions
• Support cross‑functional communication between Stock Control, Operations, and Inventory teams

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve stock accuracy and process reliability
• Support development of simplified and standardised stock control procedures
• Contribute to reducing manual work through better use of digital tools and improved data accuracy

Development Opportunity

As part of a structured apprenticeship, the Stock Control Apprentice will gain exposure to:

• Inventory control and warehouse processes
• Root cause analysis techniques
• Data analysis and reporting using warehouse systems
• Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and stock investigation tools
• Cross‑team communication and operational problem solving

What are we looking for? 

We are looking for someone who is organised, proactive, and eager to learn:

• A keen eye for detail and pride in delivering accurate work

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good Excel or data-handling skills (or willingness to learn)
• Analytical mindset with interest in problem solving
• Clear communication skills
• Interest in stock management, logistics, or warehouse operations
• Reliable and consistent in completing daily checks
• Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

What We Offer

• Full training and support as part of your apprenticeship
• Hands-on experience across campaigns, events, content, and digital tools
• Opportunity to contribute to real commercial activity in a growing healthcare business
• Clear pathway for career progression within marketing

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 4x Life Assurance
• Pension scheme
• Sick Pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

Salary - £25,000

Duration: 18 Months

Start Date: September 2026

As part of the recruitment and selection process, we will be holding an assessment for our apprentice positions at our headquarters in Castle Donington on Thursday 30th April.