Stock Manager - Southampton (N91951)

NEXT Retail Ltd.; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is looking for a Stock Manager in Southampton. In this role, you will lead a team to manage stock processes effectively while ensuring high standards of customer service. The company offers competitive rewards, emphasizing personal development and flexibility in the workplace.

Benefits

Competitive rewards and benefits

Employee discounts

Share schemes

Health services

Qualifications

• Passion for customers, people, and products.
• Experienced multi-tasker with strong planning skills.
• Calm and effective communicator under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock processes efficiently and safely.
• Lead and inspire your team to achieve performance targets.
• Ensure excellent customer service through clear communication.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational Skills

Team Motivation

Job description

About us

Next is a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We are the UK's second-largest fashion retailer and the market leader in Kidswear. We operate over 500 stores, plus Next Online, serving customers in over 70 countries worldwide, making us a truly global brand.

Your role

As a Stock Manager, you will lead and inspire your team to achieve performance targets. Your role involves managing stock processes, supporting online growth, and ensuring excellent customer service. You will create a motivating environment, communicate effectively, and adapt to changing operational needs. We offer flexible working options and invest in your personal development.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Store management team and communicating effectively with the Store Manager
• Managing a team to deliver accurate stock processes in an efficient, safe environment
• Motivating and inspiring your team to perform at their best
• Demonstrating a hands-on approach to all activities and adapting to change
• Ensuring timely and accurate communication to meet business needs

About you

• You are passionate about customers, people, and products, with an energetic and inspiring approach
• You are a friendly, calm, and efficient communicator who remains approachable under pressure
• You work well in a result-driven, fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to change
• You can problem-solve, make sound decisions, challenge processes, and generate innovative ideas
• You are an effective multi-tasker with strong planning and organizational skills

Applicants must demonstrate their right to work in the UK before employment begins. This role is not typically sponsored under the Skilled Worker route.

What's next

• Competitive rewards and benefits, including discounts, share schemes, health services, and more

Conditions apply to all benefits. We support candidates during the application process and provide workplace adjustments upon request. For support, contact us at [e-mail] or call 0116 429 8726.