Reconciliation (Stock Control) Supervisor

We’re looking for a Reconciliation (Stock Control) Supervisor to join our team in Clitheroe and take the lead on our manufacturing reconciliation process following the introduction of M3.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of an important area of our operation. You’ll lead a team of Reconciliation Operatives, work closely with colleagues across Production, Finance, Supply Chain, Stock Control and Planning, and help ensure our physical material usage and system information stay aligned.

You won’t simply be correcting numbers when something doesn’t match. You’ll be asking why, identifying trends, finding root causes and helping us build stronger, more effective processes for the future.

If you enjoy combining people leadership, analysis and problem-solving, this could be the opportunity for you.

Job Title: Reconciliation (Stock Control) Supervisor – Chilled Food Manufacturing

Location: The Compleat Food Group, Lincoln Way, Clitheroe, Lancashire, BB7 1QD

Shift:  Monday – Friday, 06:00 – 14:00 (37.5 hours per week)

Pay: £16.12 per hour (£31,434 per annum + Overtime available)

About The Compleat Food Group

At The Compleat Food Group, we’re proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we’re on a mission to create Food to Feel Good – great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.

We’re home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, including Wall’s Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, and Harvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, we’re a leading supplier of delicious own-label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added-value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant-based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice.

With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites, and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we’re united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.

What you’ll be doing

As our Reconciliation ( Stock Control) Supervisor, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day reconciliation process, ensuring activities are completed accurately, consistently and on time:

• Leading and supporting our Reconciliation Operatives, creating a knowledgeable, engaged and high-performing team.
• Taking ownership of daily manufacturing reconciliation, including stock counts, MO reconciliation, system transactions and reporting.
• Acting as the operational gatekeeper for Material Usage Variance (MUV), material consumption, Manufacturing Order issues and stock exceptions.
• Reviewing reconciliation and material-usage reports, spotting significant or recurring variances and coordinating investigations.
• Investigating BOM exceptions, master-data concerns and process issues, making sure actions reach the right people and are followed through to resolution.
• Monitoring MO issuing and backflushing, open-order housekeeping and consumption accuracy.
• Overseeing routine and targeted stock counts and ensuring discrepancies are properly investigated before system adjustments are made.
• Providing clear daily and weekly reporting on MUV, stock discrepancies, negative stock, unresolved transactions, recurring causes and actions.
• Working closely with Production, Finance, Supply Chain, Stock Control and Planning to resolve issues and improve inventory accuracy.
• Supporting the TOPUTAWAY handover between Manufacturing and Warehouse/Supply Chain.
• Using data and trends to identify losses, recurring problems and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Supporting the ongoing stabilisation of M3 and helping embed effective processes as our systems and ways of working continue to develop.

What we’re looking for

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate stock and material variances.
• A good understanding of manufacturing stock flows, material consumption, BOMs and production reporting.
• Confidence using ERP systems, Excel and reporting tools, with the ability to learn and oversee M3 transactions and reports.
• The ability to lead, coach and develop a small team.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy and integrity.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Experience within stock control, production control, planning or manufacturing systems.
• Experience using M3 or another manufacturing ERP system.
• Knowledge of MUV, BOM investigation, inventory reconciliation or Manufacturing Order control.
• As a Supervisor, you’ll lead by example in maintaining our high standards for Health & Safety, Food Safety and Quality.

Why Join Us?

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe our people are the heart of our success. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and career growth:

Financial & Lifestyle Benefits

• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – including Electric Vehicles, Home & Tech, Cycle to Work, and SMART Pension
• 20.8 days’ annual leave with the option to purchase extra
• Holiday Discounts via our online retail platform
• Access to enhanced retail discounts online and in-store
• Free product handouts across our sites, so you can sample and enjoy our delicious products first hand
• EV charging points – available at selected sites

Health & Wellbeing

• 24/7 access to GroceryAid for free financial, emotional, and practical support
• Physical Wellbeing Hub – free on-demand exercise classes, gym discounts
• Free diet & nutrition advice with access to thousands of healthy recipes
• Online wellbeing support – from mindfulness to lifestyle resources
• Financial wellbeing tools – including mortgage calculators, budgeting tools, and financial aid

Career Growth & Development

• Access to a personalised online learning platform (LMS)
• Formal and informal training opportunities tailored to your role
• Performance Development Plans and regular Career Conversations
• Company Mentoring Scheme  to add depth and really support your career journey
• Recognition through Club Compleat rewards

Community & Culture

• 2 paid volunteering days per year to give back to causes that matter to you
• Charity initiatives and fundraising events
• Team socials to connect and celebrate together
• Employee networks & support groups – including Women @ Compleat
• New baby gift for new parents

What You Should Know About How We Recruit

At The Compleat Food Group, we believe great teams are built on difference. We create an inclusive, respectful environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and are able to be themselves at work.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect. If you need a reasonable adjustment at any stage of our recruitment process, just let us know, we’ll support you — confidentially and with care.

We hire the best people for our roles, not the same people. Whoever you are, wherever you’re from, we focus on what you do and the impact you could make in our business. Our recruitment process is fair, accessible, and designed to give everyone an equal chance.

You’ll also find benefits that support people at every life stage, plus active internal networks — including Women @ Compleat, LGBTQIA+, and Neurodiversity

Recruitment Agencies: 

We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.