Stockroom Manager

Ashworth and Parker Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Manchester is seeking a Stockroom Manager to lead back-of-house operations. The role involves managing the stockroom team, ensuring operational standards, and improving stock integrity. The ideal candidate will have strong inventory skills and experience in a fast-paced retail environment. We offer competitive salary, staff discounts, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Holiday trading (Buy or sell 3 days)

Your birthday off

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Healthcare Cashback Plan

Generous staff discount

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Ability to manage stock integrity, resolve discrepancies, and maintain records.
• Capable of evaluating and implementing process improvements for stockroom efficiency.
• Produces routine reports to support operational transparency.

Responsibilities

• Lead back-of-house team to ensure operational excellence.
• Drive operational standards in stockroom processes and layout.
• Monitor stock integrity and manage inventory records.
• Collaborate with service team for product availability.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Understanding of stockroom operations

Team leadership in fast-paced environments

Managing stock integrity

Collaborative working

Training and mentoring skills

Process improvement evaluation

Excellent communication skills

Job description

STOCKROOM MANAGER - FULL TIME - MANCHESTER

Who We Are:

Inspired by a shared love of fashion, sneakers and the surrounding culture, END. was founded in Newcastle upon Tyne back in 2005. Our first UK store brought together a curated mix of celebrated designers and emerging brands, many of which were previously hard to find outside of London. From day one, we’ve nurtured a community of like-minded individuals united by a love for this ever-evolving culture.

Today, END. serves over 2 million customers worldwide through a seamless blend of online and physical retail. Our industry-leading stores in Newcastle, Glasgow, Manchester, London, and Milan reflect our commitment to innovation, influence, and inspiration. We offer a carefully curated selection of menswear, womenswear, sneakers, homeware, and lifestyle products to a global audience.

At the heart of END. is our customer and it’s our people and culture that make the difference. With over 600 employees across our HQ, offices, and retail locations, our customer-first mindset continues to guide everything we do.

The Role:

The Stockroom Manager is responsible for leading the back‑of‑house team to ensure operational excellence, stock integrity, and efficient support for front‑of‑house sales. This role is pivotal in driving stockroom standards, improving efficiencies, and ensuring the layout and processes directly contribute to store revenue. The Stockroom Manager works collaboratively with the service team and supports the Assistant Manager in maintaining a high‑performing, well‑organised, and secure stockroom environment.

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll be doing:

• Responsible for leading and managing the back‑of‑house team, ensuring stockroom operations are executed with pace, efficiency, and accuracy, while holding direct line management responsibility for Stockroom Assistants
• Driving operational standards and continuous improvement in stockroom processes and layout.
• Ensuring the stockroom layout supports commercial goals and contributes to store revenue.
• Managing stock files, resolving discrepancies, and driving improvements in stock integrity.
• Monitoring and resolving negative stock issues and ensuring accurate inventory records.
• Collaborating with the service team to ensure seamless replenishment and product availability.
• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, organisation, and safety in the stockroom.
• Supporting training and development of stockroom team members to ensure operational excellence.
• Deputising for the Assistant Manager in their absence, overseeing all back‑of‑house operations.
• Identifying opportunities to improve stockroom performance and communicating them to management.
• Ensuring compliance with security procedures and maintaining awareness of loss prevention measures.

Who we’re looking for:

• Strong understanding of stockroom operations, inventory systems, and retail logistics.
• Proven ability to lead a team in a fast‑paced environment with a focus on efficiency and accuracy.
• Experience in managing stock integrity, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments to support store performance.
• Skilled in training and mentoring team members to uphold operational standards.
• Capable of evaluating and implementing process improvements to enhance stockroom efficiency.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with colleagues and management.
• Produces routine reports and documents to support operational transparency and decision‑making.

Besides a competitive salary and an engaging and inclusive workplace we can offer you:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Holiday trading (Buy or sell 3 days)
• Your birthday off
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Healthcare Cashback Plan
• Moments that matter gifts (Weddings and Babies)
• A pension that both you and the company contribute to
• Generous staff discount
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• And so much more….

We know that great talent comes in many forms. So even if you don’t meet every single criteria, we would still love to hear from you. If you’re passionate, driven, and believe you can contribute to our future success, we encourage you to apply.

Please note: Employment is conditional upon having the legal right to work in the UK for the role offered.