Stock Manager – Normanton

Kelling Group Limited; Derby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Stock Manager to oversee stock management across multiple depots. The role involves managing day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with auditing requirements, and enhancing efficiency through effective team management and stock oversight. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and at least 2 years of management experience. This is a permanent, full-time position with a focus on maintaining optimal stock levels and supporting team development.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years management experience in a similar role.
• Experience with WMS implementations, design, deployment.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock across all 5 depots, overseeing remote stock level management.
• Conduct regular one-to-one meetings with team members.
• Monitor stock levels, report, and ensure they meet demand.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Effective Communication

Education

Management Experience

Tools

PowerApps

Power BI

Job description

(Travel required to other sites and depots)

Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Working hours:

Mon – Fri, 08.00 – 17.00

Reporting to:

Group Asset Operations Director

Liaising with:

Vehicle Technicians, Hoist Engineers (inhouse and third party), Hoist Remounters (inhouse and third party), Suppliers, Operations staff, Depot Managers (AHN / WHN), Finance, Procurement

Supporting the smooth, efficient, and cost-effective running of the Stores and Stock function within the Group.

Responsibilities

Stock:

• Manage stock across all 5 depots (circa 3000 SKUs)
• Oversee 2 main sites and 3 satellite sites, including remote stock level management with regular site visits
• Prepare and execute cycle counts, quarterly, and annual stock takes
• Review and consolidate supplier and product database to enhance efficiency
• Ensure compliance with auditing requirements and reconcile stock counts as needed
• Maintain the stock system on Syrinx with correct procedures for stock transactions
• Keep the two main stores well-organized (housekeeping)
• Review current procedures and implement improvements for future needs
• Communicate order lead times and delays to relevant teams

People Management:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Stores Controllers
• Identify and deliver training to the team as needed
• Participate in recruitment of new team members
• Liaise with HR on related matters
• Conduct regular one-to-one meetings with team members
• Authorize timesheets and holiday requests for Stores Controllers
• Ensure adherence to health & safety policies and procedures
• Implement and monitor KPIs

Finance:

• Monitor stock levels, report, and ensure they meet demand and projections
• Handle parts request forms promptly and communicate orders to relevant teams
• Maintain Syrinx pricing file with up-to-date costs
• Assist with stock and pricing queries from the Recharges department
• Manage invoices and price queries with the accounts department
• Perform other ad-hoc duties as required
• Maintain professional communication with suppliers and staff

Requirements

• Understanding of stock management functionality and requirements
• Experience in setting up stock management functions (desirable)
• Knowledge of PowerApps and Power BI (desirable)
• At least 2 years management experience in a similar role
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience with warehouse/stores relocation (desirable)
• Good organizational skills and ability to work under pressure
• Effective communication skills at all levels
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Experience with WMS implementations, design, deployment, troubleshooting (advantageous)
• Valid driving license

For more information on this position, please apply today with your latest CV to [e-mail]