Administrator

Antal International Network; Greater London; Hybrid; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Greater London seeks an experienced Inventory Administrator for a 14-month fixed-term contract. The role involves managing stock orders, maintaining accurate system data, and collaborating with various internal and external teams to ensure stock availability. Ideal candidates will have a background in purchasing or supply chain and solid Excel skills. This position offers a hybrid working model with Fridays working from home and requires a proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Purchasing, Supply & Demand or a similar analytical role.
• Strong systems and computer skills are essential.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel is required.

Responsibilities

• Place and manage weekly stock orders with suppliers based on demand.
• Maintain accurate system data including delivery dates and lead times.
• Liaise with internal teams and suppliers to support stock availability.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Supply & Demand analytics

Strong systems and computer skills

Advanced Excel skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Experience using 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.