Jason Burch
Bognor Regis,West Sussex
Summary
Experienced Stock-loss Accountant with a proven track record in overseeing retail operations across 200 stores, driving annual sales exceeding £400m. Demonstrated expertise in stock loss analysis, inventory management, and data aggregation. Successfully resolved material shortages, coordinated inventory control policies, and conducted regular stock audits to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions. Adept at negotiating contracts with suppliers to improve supply chain efficiency and maintaining optimal inventory levels to maximise revenue. Career goal: To leverage extensive experience in stock control and analytics to drive operational excellence in a dynamic retail environment.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Stock-loss Accountant
Southern Co-Op
Cosham, Hampshire
11.2011 - Current
- Oversaw retail operations across 200 stores, driving annual sales exceeding £400m.
- Analysed stock-loss data using advanced analytics tools to identify significant trends.
- Aggregated promotional deal data for submission, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Material Controller
Natures Way Foods
Selsey, West Sussex
08.2003 - 08.2010
- Resolved material shortages rapidly, minimising impact on production schedules and project timelines.
- Coordinated with managerial teams in controlling inventory through stock control policies and accountability measures.
- Conducted regular stock audits, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions.
Assistant Buyer
T M Retail
Brentwood, Essex
10.1999 - 08.2003
- Controlled inventory supplies to maintain optimal levels to maximum revenue.
- Consulted with suppliers, reviewed contracts and evaluated quotations.
- First 12 months with company as Retail Store Manager
Full time Student
University of Portsmouth
09.1994 - 06.1998
- Year 2-4 BA (Hons) Accounting (2:1)
- Year 1 Access Foundation Course
Assistant Buyer
Butlins
Pwhelli, Gywnedd
03.1992 - 07.1994
- Controlled inventory supplies to maintain optimal levels to maximum revenue.
- Negotiated contracts with new and existing suppliers to improve supply chain efficiency.
- Consulted with suppliers, reviewed contracts and evaluated quotations.
Stock Controller
Royal Navy
11.1984 - 02.1992
- Verified stock deliveries by confirming correct order counts and matching products received with shipment documentation.
- Reported missing stock and lost inventory to management to ensure accurate inventory records.
- Used inventory management system to maintain accurate order records.
- Supervised stocktaking activities, leading teams to complete audits within scheduled timelines.
- Conducted stock counts of storeroom inventory and notified supervisor of low levels.
Stock Controller
Royal Navy
01.1990 - 03.1990
- Managed inventory levels in warehouse, conducting regular stock checks to maintain accurate records.
- Used inventory management system to maintain accurate order records.
- Monitored, recorded and helped with investigations of missing stock.
- Trained new staff in stock control procedures, enhancing team efficiency and accuracy.
- Implemented stock rotation methods, reducing wastage and improving availability of fresh stock.
- Conducted stock counts of storeroom inventory and notified supervisor of low levels.
- Received incoming stock from suppliers and verified details and dimensions against purchase orders before input into inventory systems.
- Kept abreast of stock levels using inventory systems, modifying purchasing quantities and delivery frequency to meet customer demand.
- Checked products' best-before dates and initiated control mechanisms to remove bad stock and dispose of items with short shelf lives.
- Liaised with suppliers to resolve delivery issues, maintaining strong relationships and uninterrupted supply chain.
- Operated forklifts and PPT to move and transport stock efficiently between warehouse locations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth01-1998
Certificate of Higher Education - Accounting
Highbury College
Portsmouth01-1995
Secondary Education
Wakeford Comprehensive
Havant, HAMPSHIRE01-1993
Skills
- Stock-loss analysis
- Inventory management
- Data aggregation
- Problem Solving
- Technical Proficiency
Hobbies and interests
- Football
Timeline
Stock-loss Accountant
Southern Co-Op
11.2011 - Current
Material Controller
Natures Way Foods
08.2003 - 08.2010
Assistant Buyer
T M Retail
10.1999 - 08.2003
Full time Student
University of Portsmouth
09.1994 - 06.1998
Assistant Buyer
Butlins
03.1992 - 07.1994
Stock Controller
Royal Navy
01.1990 - 03.1990
Stock Controller
Royal Navy
11.1984 - 02.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
University of Portsmouth
Certificate of Higher Education - Accounting
Highbury College
Secondary Education
Wakeford Comprehensive