Inventory Assistant
14-month fixed-term contract
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Location: Hayes, Middlesex (hybrid – Fridays working from home)
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

We are recruiting an Inventory Assistant to join a busy Purchasing and Customer Experience team on a 14-month fixed-term contract. This role plays a key part in ensuring stock availability across a varied customer base, working closely with Customer Service, Logistics, Warehousing and wider internal teams.
This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in purchasing, supply and demand or inventory management who enjoys working with data, systems and multiple stakeholders.

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Purchasing, Supply & Demand or a similar analytical role
• Strong systems and computer skills
• Advanced Excel skills
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Experience using Dynamics D365 would be advantageous

Key Responsibilities

• Place and manage weekly stock orders with suppliers, adjusting based on demand and trends
• Maintain accurate system data including delivery dates, lead times and product information
• Liaise with Customer Service, Logistics, Warehousing and suppliers to support stock availability
• Manage inbound deliveries, container bookings and proof of delivery
• Monitor stock levels, out-of-stocks and overstocks, taking action to minimise impact on customers
• Support reporting for key customers and ecommerce teams
• Assist with new product launches, SKU setup and product phase-outs
• Support stock counts at head office and retail locations (occasional travel required)
• Provide general administrative and ad-hoc support within the purchasing team

Additional Information

• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Hybrid working with Fridays working from home
• Occasional UK travel and overnight stays for stock counts

  
If you’re detail-driven, proactive and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this could be a great opportunity to build on your inventory and supply chain experience.