Stock Manager - Southampton (N91951)

Next; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Next is seeking a Stock Manager in Southampton to lead a team and support online business growth. The role includes motivating staff to achieve performance targets and ensuring excellent customer service, with flexible working options available. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Passionate about customers and people.
• Ability to create a positive work environment.
• Team player, adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support and communicate effectively with the Store Manager.
• Manage team for accurate stock processes.
• Create an inspiring team atmosphere.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Problem-Solving

Communication

Multi-tasking

Job description

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Stock Manager - Southampton (N91951), Southampton

Client: Next

Location: Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 1300a7d4fb07

Job Views: 14

Posted: 16.06.2025

Expiry Date: 31.07.2025

Job Description:

To be an effective Stock Manager, you will lead and inspire your team to achieve performance targets. Your daily tasks will be varied, fast-paced, and challenging, but ultimately rewarding. Leadership, coaching, and motivating your team are crucial to your success. We invest in your personal development from day one, and flexible working options are available.

About the Role:

The Stock Manager supports the growth of our online business, ensuring excellent online customer experience and service. You will support your team in meeting performance targets, ensuring quick refunds for returned items and timely packaging of stock for online orders.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the Store management team and communicating effectively with the Store Manager
• Managing a team to ensure accurate stock processes in an efficient, safe environment that meets targets
• Creating an inspiring team atmosphere focused on support and motivation
• Taking a hands-on approach to all commercial and operational activities, adapting to change and working alongside the team
• Maintaining up-to-date and accurate communication to meet business needs

We offer excellent benefits (details below).

About You:

• You are passionate about customers, people, and products, inspiring others and fostering a positive work environment
• You are a friendly, calm, and efficient communicator, approachable under pressure, with realistic expectations
• You are a team player, adaptable, and results-driven in a fast-paced environment
• You have problem-solving skills, can make sound decisions, challenge processes, and generate innovative ideas
• You are an effective multi-tasker, able to plan, organize, and prioritize workload

Candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before employment. This role is typically not sponsored under the Skilled Worker route due to Home Office requirements, so candidates should consider their own work options without Next sponsorship.