Deputy Inventory Manager

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.

Client Details

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.

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

Profile

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

Job 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