Inventory Supervisor

Arvato; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Bank holidays + option to buy extra 5

Pension contribution

Life assurance 4x Salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Discount Scheme

Free car parking

Job summary

Arvato is seeking an Inventory Lead to oversee and coordinate all inventory activities in a bonded warehouse environment. You will report to the Operations Manager and manage an inventory team to ensure accurate stock control, efficient workflows, and SLA adherence.

Full-time role based in Hams Hall with 40 hours per week. SAP experience is desirable, and familiarity with bonded warehouse and temperature-controlled settings is advantageous. Benefits include pension, life assurance, and more.

Qualifications

• Experience with computerised inventory or warehouse management systems (SAP experience desirable).
• Bonded warehouse experience advantageous.
• Temperature-controlled environment experience advantageous.
• Reliable and well-organised with good time management and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and manage the Inventory team to meet SLAs.
• Coordinate inventory processes and plan daily operational activities.
• Act as first point of contact for inventory queries and escalate issues as needed.
• Identify stock discrepancies and initiate corrective actions with follow-up.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Numerical ability

Attention to detail

Customer focus

Tools

SAP

Job description

Arvato is an innovative and leading global 3PL service provider in supply chain management and e-commerce. With 20,000 team members at over 100 locations, we focus on the Consumer Products, Tech, Healthcare, Automotive and Publisher industries.

You will work in an environment built on collaboration, respect, commitment and curiosity, where you can grow, contribute your ideas, and make an impact. Be part of the team that delivers logistics excellence and shapes supply chains globally. Working at Arvato means: Together, we’re on it.

Job Description

Salary: Up to £35,090.16

Location: Hams Hall

Hours: 40 hours per week

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will oversee and coordinate all inventory‑related activities to ensure accurate stock control, efficient workflows, and a high‑performing team within a bonded warehouse environment.

Your Tasks

• Leading, coaching, and managing the Inventory team to achieve and exceed SLAs.
• Coordinating, optimising, and implementing inventory processes, including planning daily operational activities.
• Acting as the first point of contact for inventory‑related queries, process issues, and system faults, ensuring timely escalation to relevant departments.
• Identifying stock discrepancies or process deviations and initiating corrective actions, including follow‑up and success tracking.
• Ensuring compliance with inventory accuracy targets and wider SLA and bonded warehouse requirements.
• Working within SAP and other inventory management systems to maintain accurate and compliant records.
• Supporting resource planning activities, including staffing and equipment requirements.
• Creating, analysing, and reporting key inventory and compliance metrics.
• Ensuring adherence to quality standards, regulatory requirements, and service‑level expectations.
• Carrying out people‑management responsibilities, including training, development, and performance conversations.

Qualifications

• Experience working with computerised inventory or warehouse management systems (SAP experience desirable).
• Previous experience working with customs & Trade documentation is highly advantageous.
• Previous experience working in a bonded warehouse is highly advantageous.
• Experience in a temperature‑controlled environment is also an advantage.
• Reliable, organised, and able to manage time effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good numerical ability and accurate record‑keeping skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Demonstrates ownership and accountability, managing tasks through to completion professionally.
• Strong customer and service focus, both internally and externally.

Additional Information

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays with the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days
• Pension contribution
• A life assurance policy that pays out 4 x Salary
• Employee Assistance Programme that provides you with confidential support, information, and advice to help you
• Employee Discount Scheme through Benefit Hub
• Free car parking