Inventory Specialist

Inventory & Supply Chain Professional with experience in inventory management, demand forecasting, stock replenishment, and purchase order management within a global organisation. Skilled in analysing stock levels, coordinating with international suppliers, and ensuring efficient inventory control while working collaboratively across UK and European teams.

What’s in it for you?

* Work hours: Monday to Thursday: 9am to 5:30pm, Friday 9am - 3pm

* 22 days holiday, increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays

Other benefits following completion of probation:

* Enhanced Pension Contribution

* Life Assurance and Income Protection

* Private Medical

* Car Scheme eligibility

Inventory Specialist Responsibilities:

* Manage inventory levels to ensure product availability and agreed service level targets are achieved.

* Monitor and resolve back orders, minimising supply disruptions and improving stock availability.

* Carry out demand forecasting and inventory planning to maintain optimal stock levels.

* Place and expedite purchase orders with UK and international suppliers.

* Review stock against safety stock levels and implement replenishment plans where required.

* Monitor open purchase orders, confirming supplier acknowledgements and delivery schedules.

* Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

* Liaise with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure compliance with operational, shipping, and customs procedures.

* Monitor supplier performance and maintain accurate supplier records and reporting

* Reconcile and approve supplier invoices using ERP systems.

* Analyse inventory data to identify trends, improve stock control, and support continuous process improvements.

* Ensure all inventory and purchasing activities are completed in line with company procedures and KPIs.

Inventory Specialist Skills and Experience:

* Previous experience in an inventory, supply chain, purchasing or stock control environment.

* Good understanding of inventory management and supply chain processes.

* Experience with demand forecasting, stock planning and replenishment.

* Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills, with excellent numerical ability.

* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

* Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

* Confident IT user with experience of Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.

* Proactive, self-motivated and able to use initiative to resolve problems.

* A collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed