Inventory Manager

My client is seeking an Inventory Manager to manage stock for agreed suppliers, using appropriate stock management techniques. They will be required to deliver store availability within budgeted stock targets and whilst supporting company strategy.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
•To work with a high level of independence and be accountable for a large stock budget.
•To be accountable for product availability and making sure consideration is given to all areas of the business.
•To respond positively to feedback from all parts of the business regarding stock and other supply chain issues.
•To regularly work with Commercial and Merchandising teams and proactively drive stock meetings.
•To track stock levels daily and weekly, using exception reports to ensure optimal product supply.
•To participate in supplier review meetings.
•To ensure that the Supply Chain Manager is kept aware of all supply issues as required.
•To develop and maintain supplier relations.
•To proactively take on additional responsibility and seek new challenges.
•To assist other team members and help those with less experience to grow in their roles.

Requirements
•Recent experience as an Inventory Manager
•PC literate:Microsoft Office - all packages, strong Excel
•Data Warehouse
•AS400
•Numerate
•Proactive - using analytical skills to seek solutions
•Team focussed and able to work collaboratively with other departments
•Flexible and able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
•Strong attention to detail but aware of the bigger picture
•Effective communicator