Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment are looking for an experienced Stock & Replenishment Manager for a leading Leicestershire based food manufacturer
This is a permanent position direct with our client
PLEASE NOTE: This is not a solely Warehouse based Stock Control position - it will be office based and you will be contacting suppliers directly
The Job
* Managing all raw material and packaging stocks
* Optimise raw material inventory levels
* Ensure all raw materials and packaging meet the required food safety standard
* Support NPD in sourcing new raw materials
* Manage and develop supplier relationships
* Control company spend on raw materials within set targets.
Key Tasks
* Their stock systems currently use excel spreadsheets so it will be updating and maintaining various records
* Maintain and improve the raw material forecast.
* Optimise raw material inventory levels (ensure availability for production, without overstocking).
* Check stock levels regularly and address inventory discrepancies.
* Place orders to replenish stocks.
* Compare items received and invoices against items ordered and pricing.
* Work with the Production team to ensure materials are available to deliver the production plan.
* Work with the Technical team to ensure all raw materials and packaging are purchased from approved suppliers in accordance with relevant food safety legislation.
* Manage and develop supplier relationships, evaluate supplier pricing and negotiations.
* Liaise with the NPD team in relation to introducing new raw materials and products.
* Maintain records of pricing, purchases and other relevant information.
* Monthly reporting of performance versus KPIs.
* Continuous improvement projects.
The hours of work are Monday to Friday 8am-5pm
Salary is between £35-37k depending on experience
The person
* Proven experience working as a stock controller, inventory manager or similar role.
* This is not a warehouse role - they are looking for somebody with ability to do stock control from a replenishment/procurement perspective
* Experience in stock control using excel spreadsheets - things can be developed long term but for now - this is this is the system
* Pro‑active approach
* Strong analytical skills
* Good communication and negotiation skills
* Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications
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