Inventory Manager

W Talent is delighted to be working with a fast-growing UK manufacturer specialising in fire-rated entrance doors and doorsets, supplying the social housing, residential, healthcare, education and commercial sectors.

Following continued growth and investment, including expansion into a larger manufacturing facility this year, the business is seeking an experienced Inventory Manager to take ownership of stock control, warehouse operations and inventory processes within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who enjoys creating structure, improving visibility and implementing robust stock management processes. The role offers genuine autonomy and the chance to make a measurable impact within a business undergoing rapid transformation.

The Role

Reporting into senior leadership, the Inventory Manager will take responsibility for inventory accuracy, warehouse control and stock management across the manufacturing operation.

Leading a small team across warehouse and dispatch, you will be tasked with improving inventory visibility, reducing waste, introducing stronger controls and implementing best practice processes to support operational performance and customer delivery.

This role will suit someone who thrives in an environment where there is an opportunity to build and improve systems from a relatively blank sheet.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage inventory, warehouse and dispatch operations
Manage and develop a team of 5 direct reports
Improve inventory accuracy, stock visibility and control processes
Drive reductions in excess, obsolete and non-conforming stock
Implement effective stock control methodologies and visual management systems
Improve warehouse organisation, material flow and inventory processes
Support the implementation and optimisation of MRP / inventory management systems
Introduce and maintain Kanban, visual management and process controls
Work closely with production and operational teams to ensure material availability and continuity of supply
Monitor inbound and outbound stock movements to support production and customer delivery
Ensure robust reporting and KPI tracking across inventory performance

Key Skills

Proven experience in an Inventory Manager, Stock Control Manager, Warehouse Manager or Materials Management role
Demonstrable success in reducing stock levels and improving inventory accuracy
Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Strong understanding of MRP / ERP systems
Experience implementing stock controls, visual management and process improvements
Strong leadership and people management skills
Analytical and data-driven approach to inventory performance

Highly Desirable

Experience implementing Kanban systems
Knowledge of warehouse and transport/logistics operations
Experience supporting fast-paced manufacturing operations
Exposure to timber, construction products, industrial or engineered manufacturing environments

Salary and Benefits

Salary of up to £50,000
Core working hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Pension scheme
28 days holidays including bank holidays - unlimited Holiday allowance
Additional company benefits
Genuine opportunity to shape and improve inventory operations during an exciting period of growthIf you are an improvement-focused Inventory Manager looking for an opportunity to build structure, improve stock control and make a visible impact within a growing manufacturing business, we would love to hear from you