Job Ref: 214890706

Date: 2021-10-13 15:20:19

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The Inventory Manager is responsible for supply and stock planning for a range of SKU/products, while focusing on service excellence and managing a small number of high profile customers and suppliers.

The individual will be required to maintain stock levels to ensure availability, and to purchase goods as required at the most beneficial market rate. You will also need to ensure replenishments arrive on schedule, and to communicate availability information across the Company, and potentially direct to customer.

Inventory Manager Responsibilities:

Review items to order (using Slim4 & Order-wise).
Secure competitive quotes as required, including reviewing alternative suppliers to maintain competitive supply.
Check Purchase Orders are on schedule, and keep ERP updated with any change of delivery dates, communicating changes as required.
Place orders as necessary keeping stock level to within Min/Max levels and reducing cost price whenever possible.
Shortage reporting.
Provide excellent communication and service to the sales team with timely provision of samples as required.
Attend and contribute to the Purchasing team meeting.
Attend marketing meetings and assist with the implementation of Carlton company policies.
Inventory Manager Requirements:

Data mind-set essential
Passion and drive for service excellence
Time management
Multi-tasking
Strong communication skills that inspire confidence
Product knowledge (training provided)
Negotiation skills
Microsoft Excel
A Level educated minimum
Proven experience in demand and/or supply planning
Some purchasing experience preferred, ideally within Packaging
Relationship management skills (supplier and/or customer)
About Carlton Packaging:

We design and supply smart packaging materials and processes for fulfilment operations throughout Europe.

We understand packaging and we make no secret of it. With over 20 years of consistent, quality design and supply to organisations throughout Europe we work with our fulfilment clients to reduce packaging costs, reduce waste and increase packaging process speed. In an ever-evolving marketplace we really ensure that we are loads smarter. From products to people to process to price, our clients know they are in safe hands.

Over the last 8 years, through the dedication of our team we are proud to have achieved 25% YOY growth. The role therefore brings an excellent opportunity to develop your career and skills in a fast paced and growing Company.

Location: Tongwell, Milton Keynes
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Working hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30-4:30pm with a paid break of 30 minutes
Contract: Permanent

You may have experience of the following: Inventory Controller, Buyer, Supply Chain Coordinator, Materials Planner, Stock Analyst, Senior Buyer, Inventory Coordinator, Supply Chain Manager, Demand Analyst, Supply Chain Planner, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain Specialist, Purchasing, CIPS, Supply Chain Analyst, Inventory Co-ordinator, , Lean Processes, Inventory Manager, Manufacturing and Distribution Deputy Supply Chain Manager etc.

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