Inventory & Supply Chain Manager

Manpower; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm seeks an experienced Inventory & Supply Chain Manager in Sheffield. The role includes overseeing logistics, compliance, and supplier performance, ensuring efficient operations. Candidates must have proven experience in supply chain management, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Excel. The position offers a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and benefits after a four-month probation period.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday allowance

Private healthcare

Death in service insurance

5% employer pension contribution

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supply chain, logistics, or inventory management.
• Strong understanding of supplier and 3PL management.
• Advanced Excel skills for forecasting and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, customs clearance, and distribution.
• Ensure accurate stock levels, traceability, and compliance with standards.
• Develop demand forecasts and implement reorder systems.

Skills

Supply chain management

Logistics

Inventory management

Supplier management

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Excel

Job description

Overview

Inventory & Supply Chain Manager
Location: Chapeltown S35, Sheffield (with occasional travel to Farnham)
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (9:00am - 5:00pm)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

What You'll Do

• Lead Supply Chain Operations: Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, customs clearance, and distribution.
• Manage Inventory: Ensure accurate stock levels, traceability, and compliance with ISO and MHRA GDP standards.
• Drive Supplier Performance: Build strong relationships, negotiate terms, and monitor KPIs to deliver cost-effective solutions.
• Forecast & Plan: Develop demand forecasts, implement reorder systems, and optimise stock health.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for efficiency, cost reduction, and sustainability across the supply chain.
• Ensure Compliance: Maintain audit readiness and support ISO 9001 and regulatory requirements.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in supply chain, logistics, or inventory management (regulated industry preferred).
• Strong understanding of supplier and 3PL management.
• ERP experience (Microsoft Dynamics 365 / Business Central desirable).
• Advanced Excel skills for forecasting and reporting.
• Knowledge of GDP and healthcare supply chain standards is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Why Join Us

• Competitive Salary based on experience.
• Generous Holiday Allowance: 5 weeks plus bank holidays (including Christmas closure).
• Benefits after 4-month probation:
• Private Healthcare (Vitality Health)
• Death in Service Insurance (4× annual salary)
• 5% employer pension contribution

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now and help us deliver excellence in medical device distribution.