Jobs in Shawforth

Procurement and Inventory Manager: £40,000 to £50,000

Ready to join a company that puts employee development and progression at the forefront?! At Wireless CCTV, we appreciate all our employees and know they are our strongest assets, this is the reason we are passionate about providing long-lasting careers. 

In the role of the Procurement and Inventory Manager, you will support the UK Operations director overseeing the end-to-end supply chain, sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and maintaining optimal stock levels to meet demand without overstocking. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious candidate who is looking for a hands-on role in an ever-growing business!

The Procurement & Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing the organisation’s purchasing strategy, supplier relationships, stock control processes, and inventory accuracy. This role ensures materials and products are sourced cost‑effectively, inventory levels are optimised, and supply chain risks are proactively managed. The position works closely with operations, finance, and logistics teams to support seamless business continuity and operational efficiency.

The Procurement and Inventory Manager Overview:

Develop and execute procurement strategies that deliver cost savings, quality improvements, and supplier reliability.
Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management processes.
Conduct regular market and price analysis to identify risks, opportunities, and alternative sourcing options.
Ensure compliance with UK procurement regulations, company policies, and ethical standards.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and performance scorecards.
Manage purchase orders from creation through to delivery, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and value for money.
Oversee the full inventory lifecycle, including works orders, stock planning, reordering, replenishment, and stock level optimisation.
Implement and maintain effective inventory control systems, including regular stock counts, cycle checks, and root‑cause analysis for discrepancies including physical verification of WCCTV assets.
Analyse inventory data including ongoing BOM reviews to identify slow‑moving, obsolete, or high‑risk stock and propose corrective actions.
Ensure accurate real‑time stock visibility across all company locations.
Collaborate with warehouse and operations teams to improve layout, storage, and material handling efficiency.
Manage WCCTV’s returns process including intercompany returns.
Work with finance teams to forecast and monitor procurement budgets and stock valuations.
Identify and implement cost‑reduction initiatives without compromising quality or service levels.
Report key KPIs such as stock accuracy, supplier performance, procurement savings, and inventory turnover.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and stock management processes.
Maintain and optimise inventory management systems. 
Support digitalisation and automation of purchasing and stock workflows.
Ensure compliance with health & safety standards, environmental regulations, and internal company policies.
Mitigate supply chain risks by developing contingency plans and maintaining approved supplier lists.
Monitor supplier compliance with contractual terms, sustainability standards, and quality expectations.The Benefits for a Procurement and Inventory Manager:

Competitive Compensation: £40,000 to £50,000
Training & Development: Private equity-backed employer, we will provide continuous support and development throughout your career.
Time Off: Annual leave increases with length of service, from your second year (Starting at 25 days plus bank holidays).
Health & Wellbeing: Benefit from private healthcare and dental schemes and an employee assistance programme.
Future Security: Pension contributions increase with length of service.
Special Perks: Celebrate your birthday with a voucher, and every year a tree is planted to honour your day.
Supportive Environment: Newly refurbished open plan office, encouraging an inter-department supportive environment.Your Experience as a Procurement and Inventory Manager:

Proven experience in procurement, inventory management and supply chain (5+ years)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to monitor trends, costs and inventory accuracy.
Access Dimensions experience would be desirable, but not essential
Excellent negotiation skills to develop favourable supplier terms
Good knowledge of MS Office, particularly MS Excel.
Excellent communication and customer service skills – both written and verbal
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage and prioritise a busy and varied workload.
Ability to work both efficiently and effectively alone as well as part of a large and varied team.
Flexibility and excellent attention to detail.
Be able to use initiative and be proactive in all tasks undertaken.
A positive “can do” and “will do” attitude.
Work in an autonomous role where you can manage your own working day with a high degree of responsibilityWho are we?!

Wireless CCTV (WCCTV) was founded in 2001 and we are established as the market leader for rapidly deployable mobile surveillance systems. We strive to maintain this by ensuring our core values of Quality, Innovation and Customer First are the focus of everything we do.
In 2026, Private Equity Firm Arcus made a substantial investment in WCCTV. This investment is allowing us to rapidly scale and grow in the UK and establish a larger presence and explore new opportunities within the US.
In addition to this investment, we were also recently named the overall winner on the top 100 Profit Track, “Ones to Watch” list in the UK.
We firmly believe our employees are our strongest asset, and for that reason, we are dedicated to supporting their professional and personal development