We are seeking a highly reliable and detail-oriented individual to manage stock reordering, inventory flow, and purchasing operations across our supply chain. This role is critical to business continuity and requires strong commercial awareness, urgency, and the ability to think critically under pressure.
Key Responsibilities:
Proactively monitor stock levels and sales velocity to ensure timely and accurate reordering of products
Make informed, data-driven decisions on when and how much stock to reorder, avoiding both stockouts and overstocking
Coordinate urgent stock movements and replenishments to fulfilment centres when required
Raise accurate purchase orders (POs) and issue them to suppliers in a timely manner
Liaise closely with the finance department to obtain purchasing approvals, follow up on outstanding approvals, and ensure no delays to ordering
Actively chase and communicate with finance where urgency is required, taking full ownership of the process
Maintain clear records of all POs, approvals, supplier confirmations, and delivery timelines
Identify risks early and take preventative action, understanding that errors in this role directly impact company costs and operations
Required Skills & Experience:
Proven experience in stock control, purchasing, or supply chain coordination
Strong critical-thinking skills with the ability to make sound commercial decisions independently
High level of attention to detail, accuracy, and accountability
Comfortable working with urgency and managing time-sensitive tasks
Confident communicator, able to deal firmly and professionally with suppliers and internal finance teams
Strong understanding that mistakes in purchasing and inventory management carry financial consequences
Personal Attributes:
Highly organised, disciplined, and process-driven
Takes full ownership of responsibilities and follows tasks through to completion
Calm under pressure and able to prioritise effectively
Commercially aware, with a clear understanding of cost control and operational efficiency
This is a responsibility-driven role suited to someone who understands the importance of precision, urgency, and accountability in purchasing and inventory management