Administrator

Parkside; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic company in supply chain is seeking an Inventory Administrator for a 14-month fixed-term contract. You will be responsible for managing stock orders and ensuring stock availability while collaborating with Customer Service and Logistics teams. This role, requiring a minimum of 2 years' experience in a related field, offers a hybrid working model, with occasional UK travel. The ideal candidate will have strong systems skills and advanced Excel proficiency.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Place and manage weekly stock orders with suppliers.
• Maintain accurate system data including delivery dates and product information.
• Liaise with Customer Service, Logistics, and suppliers to support stock availability.
• Monitor stock levels, out-of-stocks, and overstocks.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Strong systems and computer skills

Advanced Excel skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Experience with 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

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