Administrator

Parkside; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in supply chain management is seeking an Inventory Administrator for a 14-month fixed-term contract. Located in Hayes, this role involves ensuring stock availability by collaborating with Customer Service and Logistics. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in purchasing or inventory management, strong systems skills, and advanced Excel abilities. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement, including Fridays from home and potential UK travel for stock counts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in Purchasing, Supply & Demand or a similar analytical role.
• Strong systems and computer skills required.
• Experience using Dynamics D365 is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Place and manage weekly stock orders with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate system data including delivery dates and product information.
• Liaise with various departments to support stock availability.
• Monitor stock levels and take action to minimise customer impact.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Strong systems skills

Advanced Excel skills

Excellent communication

Knowledge of Dynamics D365

Job description

Inventory Administrator

14-month fixed-term contract

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Location: Hayes, Middlesex (hybrid Fridays working from home)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

We are recruiting an Inventory Administrator to join a busy Purchasing and Customer Experience team on a 14-month fixed-term contract. This role plays a key part in ensuring stock availability across a varied customer base, working closely with Customer Service, Logistics, Warehousing and wider internal teams.

This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in purchasing, supply and demand or inventory management who enjoys working with data, systems and multiple stakeholders.

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 2 years experience in Purchasing, Supply & Demand or a similar analytical role
• Strong systems and computer skills
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Experience using Dynamics D365 would be advantageous

Key Responsibilities

• Place and manage weekly stock orders with suppliers, adjusting based on demand and trends
• Maintain accurate system data including delivery dates, lead times and product information
• Liaise with Customer Service, Logistics, Warehousing and suppliers to support stock availability
• Manage inbound deliveries, container bookings and proof of delivery
• Monitor stock levels, out-of-stocks and overstocks, taking action to minimise impact on customers
• Support reporting for key customers and ecommerce teams
• Assist with new product launches, SKU setup and product phase-outs
• Support stock counts at head office and retail locations (occasional travel required)
• Provide general administrative and ad-hoc support within the purchasing team

Additional Information

• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Hybrid working with Fridays working from home
• Occasional UK travel and overnight stays for stock counts

If you re detail-driven, proactive and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this could be a great opportunity to build on your inventory and supply chain experience.