Supply Chain Inventory and Waste Coordinator

Compleat Food Group; Redhill; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company based in Redhill is seeking a Supply Chain Inventory and Waste Coordinator to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. This role includes analysing inventory and waste data, driving cross-functional improvements, and leading initiatives to optimize stock management. Ideal candidates will have experience in supply chain within the FMCG or food sector, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. This position offers a salary of £45,000 and various employee benefits.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Employee Volunteering Days

Salary sacrifice scheme

Online retailer discount scheme

Employee well-being support

Charity initiatives

24/7 Grocery Aid

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain or operations within FMCG, retail, or food manufacturing.
• Experience with waste, inventory, availability, or product lifecycle analysis.

Responsibilities

• Reduce commercial waste by improving visibility and analysing root causes.
• Manage clearance and redistribution pathways for stock.
• Report on inventory and waste, and drive waste reduction initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to influence teams

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Supply Chain Inventory and Waste Coordinator

At The Compleat Food Group, we are proud to be a food business built on purpose and passion. Formed in 2021, we are on a mission to create Food to Feel Good – great quality, tasty and affordable food that people love to eat.

We are home to some of the UK’s most exciting and loved food brands, including Walls Pastry, Pork Farms, Wrights, The Real Yorkshire Pudding Co., unearthed, Vadasz, Squeaky Bean, Palace Culture, and Harvey & Brockless. Alongside our branded portfolio, we are a leading supplier of delicious own‑label pastry, sweet bakery, party food, olives and antipasti, added‑value egg products, continental meats, dips and sauces and plant‑based food to the UK’s major retailers, as well as across foodservice.

With over 6,000 talented colleagues across 17 sites and an annual turnover of £1.3bn, we are united by a shared ambition to shape the future of food for the better.

Location: Redhill, RH1 3AS

Hours: Monday to Thursday 08:30 – 17:00 and Fridays 08:30 – 16:00

Salary: £45,000

Purpose

To reduce commercial waste across the supply chain by improving visibility, analysing root causes, recommending corrective actions, and driving cross‑functional improvements. To manage clearance and redistribution pathways for stock that falls below retailer shelf‑life requirements.

Your Duties Will Include

• Maintaining weekly and monthly reporting of inventory and waste, Minimum Life on Receipt (MLOR), claims and performance.
• Producing waste driver analysis.
• Root cause analysis on issues such as forecast variances, transit problems or site handling issues.
• Drive waste reduction initiatives and lead structured interventions, partnering with internal stakeholders to deliver improvements.
• Support manufacturing trials such as pack changes, lead‑time adjustments, ordering rule amendments, or storage improvements.
• Support demand planners by reviewing forecasts for volatile or high‑waste SKUs, trend analysis and supply‑chain insights.
• Lead monthly waste reviews with key stakeholders.

Experience

• Supply chain or operations experience in FMCG, retail or food manufacturing.
• Experience analysing waste, inventory, availability or product lifecycle.

Technical Skills

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to automate reporting and build analytical models.
• Understanding of shelf‑life management, MLOR, inventory management methods and chilled / ambient operational behaviours.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Clear communicator.
• Able to influence cross‑functional teams.
• Curious, proactive, and improvement driven.
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail.

Benefits to Include

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
• Salary sacrifice scheme
• Online and High‑street retailer discount scheme
• Employee well‑being and community support groups
• Charity Initiatives and Team events
• 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)

The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.

We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect; we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.

Recruitment Agencies:

We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.