Inventory Manager | MG | Daventry | NEW

XPO Logistics, Inc.; Daventry; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider is seeking a full-time Inventory Manager in Daventry with a salary of up to £45,000 per year. This role includes ensuring operational efficiency of inventory, managing KPI's, and improving stock processes. Ideal candidates will have previous inventory management experience in a fast-paced environment. The company promotes inclusivity and offers a range of employee benefits including holidays and discounts.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Workplace pension

High street discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an inventory management role in a fast-paced warehouse operation.
• A solid knowledge of stock processes and procedures.
• The ability to identify improvements using key performance indicators.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of Operational, Contracted KPI's.
• Support production of daily, weekly and monthly performance reports.
• Review and maintain site Business Continuity Plans.
• Manage resource levels within the stock control team.

Skills

Inventory management experience

Knowledge of stock processes

Ability to identify improvements

Confidence in IT usage

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Inventory Manager

Daventry

Logistics done differently.

Are you an Inventory or Stock Manager looking for your next step? Do you like the idea of playing a vital part for one of the biggest logistics companies in the UK? Do you want to work for a company that will give you genuine opportunities to develop and progress?

We’re looking for a full-time Inventory Manager to join us on our shared user site in Daventry. You’ll work Monday – Friday, day time hours, ensuring the general operational efficiency of our inventory function.

Pay, benefits and more:

We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £45,000 per annum. In addition, we offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days. You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts, as well as a cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension and many other perks.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Support delivery of Operational, Contracted KPI's
• Support the production of daily, weekly and monthly performance reports
• Review and maintain site Business Continuity Plans
• SOP, SSOW and RA reviews and maintenance, in conjunction with the operations teams
• Ensure all colleagues are trained, with the right skill sets for their role, in line with the customers activity requirements with an added focus on their wellbeing at all times
• Manage the resource levels within the stock control team, managing forecasts, budgets and key efficiency metrics at all times.

What you need to succeed at XPO:

• Previous experience in an inventory management role in a fast-paced warehouse operation
• A solid knowledge of stock processes and procedures
• The ability to identify improvements and use key performance indicators to improve performance and efficiency
• Confidence in the use of IT, especially warehouse management systems and Microsoft Office packages

We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

XPO is a leading provider of world-class solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team – energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review XPO's candidate privacy statement here.