Inventory and Inbound Manager

Job description

Job Description

Purpose of role:                   Act as the primary point of contact for all communication regarding inbound stock flow management and Islip stock control matters, including discrepancies and queries. To ensure that accurate internal communication of inbound stock movement occurs.  To ensure the effective programme of Perpetual Inventory is monitored, reported and completed within the required timescales.                                             
Key Responsibilities:                                                                                                              
·  Maintaining site counts to ensure target availability of products.
·  Setting operational standards for all staff to follow.
·  Managing excess and ageing stock.
·  Reviewing service levels on a continuous basis.
·  Using electronic tracking to scan stock and reconcile inventory.
·  Creating and maintaining reports to enable analysis.
·  Maintaining effective relationships with internal customers.
·  Investigating store complaints.
·  Manage, solve & eliminate process exceptions on Heavey
·  Investigate stock adjustments
·  Perform Approval of adjustments that are outside the adjustment threshold on JDA
·  Put Proactive measures in place to prevent allocation shortages
·  To help the operation solve allocation shortages                              
·  To analyse and report the record of adjustments on the Cycle Counting and Inventory checks.
·  To investigate and report on discrepancies on site stock records
·  To identify causes of stock discrepancies.
·  To audit all operational processes to identify causes of inventory errors.
·  Drive inbound accuracy through clear internal SLA’s for performance
·  To investigate discrepancies on inbound and outbound processes and documentation.
·  Support new depots by sharing best practice, SOP’s and training.
·  Record and analyse stock holding capacity for Islip and UK combined, ensuring there is sufficient UK storage throughout peak and highlight any potential risk
·  Work with key stakeholders in Primark and 3PL’s to standardise and streamline Inventory Functions
·  Work with Finance and Stock to ensure all stock related processes are relevant and robust, putting forward improvement recommendations
·  Manage Inbound Planning in multiple volume formats to drive stock holding profile
·  Provide analysis on  volume trending:  Budget v actual and Planned v Actual
·  Lead Process Improvement for Inbound Activity at Islip with a view to roll out of Best Practise solutions across the Network
·  Drive inbound accuracy through clear internal SLA’s for performance.
·  Identify Root Cause Analysis where errors are identified.
·  Provide the link between the  B&M teams to improve knowledge sharing Co-ordinating high profile activity with  B&M / Supply Chain / Suppliers through to  the operation
·  Improve relations with UK Ex Works suppliers
·  Identify and implement improved control measures for Internal Movements within the network  
Essential knowledge, skills and experience:
·  Minimum  3+ years in Logistics industry
·  Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships at all management levels 
·  Ability to communicate clearly and concisely 
·  Strong analytical skills
·  Motivated self-starter Strong team player who is confident and personable 
·  Ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks effectively 
·  Insightful, accurate and timely management reporting 
·  Budget management                                                                                              
·  Project Management                                                                                               
·  People Management                                                                                               
·  Goods on Hanger/Fashion experience would be advantageous                                                                                                                           Personal Attributes:
·  Highly organised, detail-oriented, and possess the ability to effectively prioritise projects
·  Proven ability in managing large scale depot operations
·  Can execute with composure under pressure
·  Be a collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal/communication skills
·  Proven ability in developing effective working relationships across all levels.
·  Operates with a high level of integrity, diplomacy, tact and professionalism
Req ID

47380BR
Function

Supply Chain
Location

Islip
Full Time / Part Time

Full Time
Country

United Kingdom
Employee Status

Permanent
Job Profile

Inventory Manager