Senior Stock Control Manager

Senior Buying & Stock Control Manager | St Albans | Up to £55k

Our client is a successful and growing business looking for an experienced Buying & Stock Control Manager to take ownership of purchasing, inventory planning, stock management, and forecasting activities across the organisation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded individual with strong analytical skills and a proven background in stock control, buying, merchandising, or supply chain management. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring products are available to meet customer demand whilst maximising profitability and minimising inventory risk.

What's in it for you?

Location: St Albans area

Salary: Up to £55k depending on experience

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, office based

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage purchasing and buying activities to ensure stock levels meet customer demand and business objectives.
• Monitor inventory performance, identifying opportunities to improve stock availability, reduce excess stock, and minimise commercial risk.
• Produce and maintain sales forecasts, stock plans, and purchasing projections to support effective decision-making.
• Analyse stock performance, margins, profitability, and inventory trends, providing regular reports and recommendations.
• Maintain accurate product, pricing, and inventory data across business systems.
• Work closely with Finance, Sales, Operations, and external suppliers to align stock levels with business requirements.
• Identify process improvements and efficiencies across purchasing, stock control, and supply chain operations.
• Support budgeting, inventory investment planning, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, supporting performance reviews and negotiations.
• Provide leadership and guidance on buying and stock management best practice, supporting the development of team members where required.

What are we looking for?

• Significant experience in Buying, Inventory Planning, Stock Control, Merchandising, or Supply Chain Management.
• Proven experience managing purchasing activity and inventory within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Advanced Excel skills, including reporting and forecasting.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Excellent organisational and planning skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Experience producing management reports and making data-driven recommendations.

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