Inventory Manager

Job description

Ref: req22099

Position: Inventory Manager
Location: Barton under Needwood
Customer: Pirelli
Grade: RCS M
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Closing Date for Applications: Monday 29th February 2016 

At DHL, people mean the world to us. We aim to attract and retain the best talents. We provide challenge and opportunity for personal and professional development. We make sure that you know what a difference you make to our business and how you can be proud of building THE logistics company for the world.

Under the DHL Supply Chain umbrella, one of the business units of DHL, our mission is to provide customized logistics and industry solutions in the areas of supply chain management, warehousing, distribution, value added services, and lead logistics provider services for our customers – helping them deliver better results every day.

What are you accountable for achieving as an Inventory Manager? 
We are offering one exceptional candidate the chance to be an Inventory Manager to plan, co-ordinate, supervise and report upon the work activities of the inventory team, providing effective communication, leadership, motivation, training & development.
Responsibility for maintaining and managing inventory integrity.
Continually review and enhance WMS strategies to optimise performance.
Ensure the perpetual inventory process is operated to plan with results analysed and corrective actions implemented.
Responsibility for managing and minimising DHL's contractual stock loss liabilities.
Identify and manage improvements to warehouse layout to ensure put-away and picking efficiencies can be maximised
Support the wider team with inventory management expertise"      

Ensure accurate control of inventory up to and beyond the KPI levels expected by the customer and DHL    
Plan and manage all stock counts and audits of inventory                                                                                   
Develop & maintain effective inventory process to ISO9001 level, incorporating warehouse management systems         
Produce accurate stock Key Performance Indicator reports, analyse and recommend changes to Standard Operating Procedures to enhance accuracy and operational effectiveness       
Put in place procedures to monitor and minimise stock losses and investigate all shortages and discrepancies       
Publish detailed reports on location accuracy, stock gains and losses and financial impact on a daily and weekly basis   
Manage the process of customer returns ensuring that product is dealt with in a timely manner            
Train team members to ensure that inventory control procedures are fully implemented                          
Implement procedures to maintain cycle counting and perpetual inventory                                                    
Understand DHL's stock loss contractual liability and ensure any potential risk is effectively mitigated                                               
Produce timely and accurate management information & reports as required                              
Manage and motivate inventory team - ensure adequate inventory team cover available across all operational shifts 
Control of team budgeted hours and costs    

What will you need as a successful Inventory Manager?
Essential
Excellent communication skills                                                                                    
Team player as well as team leader skills                                                                                                 
IT literate                                                                                             
Analytical approach to problem solving                                                                                      
1-2 years experience of working in inventory environments                                                                                
Process management skills                                                                                                                                          
3-5 years experience of working in warehouse environment                                                              
Desirable
Experience of working within budgetary constraints                                                                                             
Report writing skills                                                                                          
Tyre knowledge.                                                                                                               
Basic working knowledge of Red Prairie WM                                                                                           
Understanding of ISO9002 - 2001 standard                                                                                               
Presentation skills - preparation and delivery                                                                                                          
Educated to High School (secondary) standard                                                                                       
Certificate/diploma in Inventory Management                                                                                           

Internal Candidates: Can you please ensure that you notify your line manager before applying for this role and discuss your suitability before submitting your application? All applicants CV’s will be thoroughly reviewed, but not all internal candidates will necessarily be interviewed.

What will you get in return?
In addition to the excellent opportunities for progression, our package includes 25 days holiday, defined contribution pension scheme and access to discounts with major high
street retailers.