Inventory Manager Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Inventory Manager to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Provide technical advice on Inventory Management for the procurement of storage and warehouse operations services;
- Analyze data to anticipate future needs;
- Collaborate with warehouse employees and other staff to ensure business goals are met;
- Manage the execution of inventory management activities including the oversight of contractor’s Storage and warehouse team;
- Place orders to replenish stock avoiding insufficiencies or excessive surplus;
- Report directly to the company founders on stock levels, issues etc;
- Ensure that the inventory management process meets nuclear, environmental and industrial safety regulatory requirements;
- Communicates with purchasing regarding shipping requirements; responds to inquiries relating to packing lists and shipping instruction;
- Develop and execute effective strategies and plans in line with the overall programme execution plan;
- Monitor compliance to meet internal control procedures and take appropriate corrective action;
- Promote the highest standards of safety, quality and efficiency throughout the Site Operations team;
- Record daily deliveries and shipments to reconcile inventory;
- Devise ways to optimize inventory control procedures;
- Ensure product stock is adequate for all distribution channels and can cover direct demand from customers;
- Evaluate suppliers to achieve cost-effective deals and maintain trust relationships.
Requirements:
- Significant, demonstrable change management experience;
- Demonstrable commercial skills supported by a pragmatic approach and not afraid to get into the detail when required;
- Demonstrable experience of effective inventory management including remote stock locations;
- Educated to degree level or have equivalent relevant experience;
- Demonstrable planning and organisation skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities and the ability to work to tight deadlines;
- Significant, demonstrable experience gained within a supply chain, distribution/logistics or retail function;
- Confident in a visible environment with a high level of personal and professional credibility;
- Good business acumen including the ability to identify key issues and risks before they arise;
- SAP experience;
- Detailed knowledge of materials, stores management procedures and warranty processes;
- CIPS Professional diploma in Procurement and Supply or equivalent NVQ lvl 3 or 4;
- Good organisational skills;
- Good knowledge of IT systems: Microsoft Excel;
- Experienced in stock control and inventory management;
- A good knowledge of best practice procurement and buying processes.