Inventory & Distribution Manager

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer is seeking an Inventory & Distribution Manager to oversee the supply chain process at their West Midlands site. The position involves managing a team to ensure the supply of materials and timely dispatch of finished products. Attractive salary package includes private healthcare, a pension, and generous leave.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Pension benefits

25 leave days + 8 bank holidays

Qualifications

• At least 3 to 5 years Supply Chain experience in a FMCG manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in Logistics and Inventory Management.
• Effective leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement planning, production, inventory control, and distribution.
• Maximise service levels and maintain control of inventory levels.
• Lead the team to meet KPI standards and manage operational capacity.

Skills

Inventory Management

Materials Planning

Stock Replenishment

Outbound Logistics Management

People Management

Education

Degree or relevant professional qualification

Tools

ERP systems (SAP)

Job description

Job Description

Our client, a leading Food manufacturer is urgently looking for an Inventory & Distribution Manager to join their site in the West Midlands area, and manage their overall inbound and outbound supply chain process.

You will lead a team to ensure the adequate supply of raw materials and packaging for production; as well as overseeing the timely despatch of finished products to meet customer service levels.

On Offer:

• Salary will be circa £45K to £50K + 10% Bonus
• Private healthcare + Pension benefits
• 25 leave days + 8 bank holidays
• The role will be based onsite in the West Midlands area.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage procurement planning, production, inventory control, internal logistics and distribution to customers and third-party storage.
• Maximise service levels and customer satisfaction, whilst maintaining control of inventory levels.
• Manage lead times on all procurement requirements.
• Lead the team ensuring they meet agreed KPI standards and manage according to budget and operational capacity.
• Ensure production forecasts and promotional activity is clearly communicated to all relevant departments in a timely manner which ensures the site is adequately resourced to meet this requirement.
• Monitoring stock levels and tracking products.

Candidate requirements:

• A degree or relevant professional qualification.
• At least 3 to 5 years Supply Chain experience in a FMCG manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated Inventory Management, Materials Planning, Stock Replenishment or Outbound Logistics management experience in a FMCG or Logistics environment.
• Effective people management and leadership skills.
• ERP systems experience (SAP will be advantageous)