Deputy Inventory Manager

West Drayton Permanent £50,000 - £50,000 per year View Job Description
An established specialised logistics business based near Heathrow is seeking a Deputy Inventory Manager to support inventory control, stock accuracy and compliance within a fast-paced, regulated environment. The role offers hands-on operational responsibility, exposure to senior stakeholders and opportunities to drive continuous improvement across inventory processes.
  • Strong inventory, forecasting and reporting experience required
  • Strong Excel knowledge - Vlook-ups, Pivot tables, Marco's

About Our Client

An established and growing specialised logistics organisation based near West Drayton is seeking a Deputy Inventory Manager to support the effective control, accuracy and optimisation of inventory operations within a regulated, fast-paced environment.

This is a key role within the supply chain function, offering exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement across inventory, warehousing and distribution processes.

Job Description

Reporting into the Inventory Manager, the Deputy Inventory Manager will play a hands-on role in overseeing day-to-day inventory operations while supporting strategic initiatives to improve stock accuracy, availability and compliance.

  • Support inventory planning, control and optimisation across a multi-site logistics network, ensuring stock accuracy and availability
  • Oversee forecasting, stock valuation, spend reporting and management of slow-moving or obsolete inventory
  • Assist with procurement activity including purchase order approvals, consolidated ordering and invoice governance
  • Contribute to the leadership and development of the inventory team, promoting a high-performance and continuous improvement culture
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to align supply with operational demand
  • Monitor and resolve supply chain issues across domestic and international supply routes
  • Develop and maintain advanced Excel-based reporting, dashboards and analytical models to track KPIs and performance
  • Drive sustainability, cost-reduction and process improvement initiatives to optimise working capital and reduce waste

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will be an experienced inventory or supply chain professional, confident working across both operational and strategic areas in a fast-paced, multi-site environment. Key attributes include:

  • Proven experience in inventory, supply chain or procurement management, ideally across logistics, healthcare, or distribution
  • Strong expertise in forecasting, demand planning, inventory optimisation, and advanced Excel for reporting and analysis
  • Track record of driving process improvements, cost reduction, and waste minimisation
  • Experience supporting or leading teams, fostering accountability and continuous improvement
  • Excellent stakeholder management, problem-solving, and analytical skills
  • Must have a valid drivers license

What's on Offer

  • Base Salary - £50,000
  • 33 days (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
  • Company Bonus after successful completion of probation period
  • Continued professional development, training and learning support and opportunities for career progression.
  • Pension scheme
  • Healthcare scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free eye test, provided by Specsavers
  • 15% Manage At Home discount



Days of work

  • Monday to Friday
  • Hybrid working (2 days in office)



Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain

Contact
Ben Dunmore
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6929808
Phone number
+442072692133

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Inventory Management
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
West Drayton
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Dunmore
Consultant phone
+442072692133
Job reference
JN-012026-6929808