Inventory Manager

Visum Recruitment; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Inventory Manager in Milton Keynes to oversee the operation of engineering stores, ensuring stock availability and compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have previous inventory management experience within an engineering or manufacturing context. The role offers a salary of circa £35,000 and benefits including annual leave and a company pension.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension

Standard working hours of 8am - 5pm

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role within an engineering or manufacturing setting.
• Familiarity with COSHH regulations and health and safety.
• Ability to manage stock levels efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate stock levels using computerized systems.
• Organize the layout of items in the stores for efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Act as a contact point for maintenance teams.

Skills

Inventory control systems

Knowledge of engineering parts

ERP software proficiency

Understanding of UK health and safety standards

Job description

Overview

Visum Recruitment has the pleasure of working with our client in the MRO Sector. They are seeking an Inventory Manager to work full time at one of their customers sites in Milton Keynes. This successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day operation of this customer's engineering stores providing a vital link between the customer's engineering team and our client as their inventory management provider. You will be responsible for the effective management, control, and availability of engineering components and consumables.

Responsibilities

• Maintain appropriate stock levels of engineering components and consumables, ensuring accurate tracking and documentation using computerised stock systems.
• Work closely with procurement and suppliers to source and replenish stock in a timely manner. Identify and assist in sourcing hard-to-find or obsolete components.
• Organise the layout and storage of items within the stores to maximise efficiency and safety. Manage all goods-in/goods-out processes, including inspection, labelling, and secure storage.
• Ensure the stores operate in full compliance with health and safety regulations, including COSHH and manual handling requirements. Maintain safe storage of hazardous and flammable materials.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of stock usage, movements and stocktakes, work with associate businesses to meet KPIs.
• Act as a key point of contact for maintenance and engineering teams to ensure availability of critical spares during planned works and reactive repairs.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a similar role within an engineering, manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Proficient in inventory control systems and ERP software.
• Good knowledge of engineering parts, components and tools.
• Familiarity with UK health and safety standards, including COSHH.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary circa £35,000
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 8am - 5pm
• Monday - Friday
• Company pension