The squad at Mackenzie Jones are a bunch of very different individuals but absolutely a team. Positive and progressive in our outlooks, we share real growth mindsets and a core set of behaviours and values. We partner with all shapes and sizes of organisations across the FMCG & Retail landscapes, from fast growth challenger brands (start-ups) to global corporates, we are agile and creative in how we deliver a great customer experience. We set out to delight our customers. The combination of our collective market knowledge and established networks allows us to add real value, access passive talent and provide meaningful insights to our customers. The campaigns that we deliver are at mid-market and senior level, on a retained or exclusive basis across the UK and Europe throughout 5 key functional areas: Commercial & Marketing | Digital & E-Commerce | Supply Chain & Operations | IT | Buying & Merchandising
Our client is seeking a highly organized, independent, and self-driven Inventory Manager to oversee and optimize stock management processes across their mixing, production, and procurement teams. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional with a strong background in inventory control and a passion for creating efficient workflows that ensure seamless operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Inventory Oversight: Manage stock levels across Mixing, Production, and Procurement teams to ensure operational efficiency. Proactively monitor inventory levels to address shortages or overstock situations and develop accurate forecasting and replenishment strategies.
- Process Development: Establish and implement robust inventory management processes to streamline operations. Introduce best practices to minimize waste, improve stock handling, and maintain real-time accuracy through inventory tracking systems.
- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the Goods-In team, ensuring the timely and accurate receipt of stock and data handling across multiple systems. Define and monitor team KPIs to achieve operational goals while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Mixing, Production, and Procurement teams to align Just-In-Time (JIT) systems with forecasting and planned incoming goods. Communicate inventory updates and resolve potential bottlenecks effectively with all stakeholders.
- Reporting & Compliance: Maintain precise inventory records and generate regular reports for senior management. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in all inventory management practices.
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean) are advantageous.
- 3+ years of proven experience in inventory management, supply chain, or a similar role.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and implement effective process improvements.
- Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective cross-team collaboration.
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