Inventory Manager

Arvato is an innovative and leading global 3PL service provider in supply chain management and e-commerce. With 20,000 team members at over 100 locations, we focus on the Consumer Products, Tech, Healthcare, Automotive and Publisher industries.

You will work in an environment built on collaboration, respect, commitment and curiosity, where you can grow, contribute your ideas, and make an impact. Be part of the team that delivers logistics excellence and shapes supply chains globally. Working at Arvato means: Together, we’re on it.

Salary: £53,000p.a plus car allowence

Hours: 40 hours per week  

Location: Duel Site role –Corby and Hams Hall 

We are looking for a highly strategic and driven Inventory Manager to oversee stock management across our Corby and Hams Hall sites. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring efficient inventory planning, accuracy, and operational excellence across both locations. 

You will directly manage two Inventory Supervisors (one at each site), providing guidance, structure, and support to ensure stock is controlled, optimised and aligned with operational needs.

Your Tasks 

• Develop and implement strategic inventory plans, forecasting stock requirements up to 12 months in advance 

• Oversee stock allocation, ensuring products are directed to the most appropriate storage solutions (e.g. AutoStore, racking, etc.) 

• Support supervisors in delivering effective weekly and monthly stock plans 

• Ensure accurate cycle counting processes are maintained across both sites 

• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and stock control 

• Monitor and improve inventory accuracy and performance metrics 

• Work closely with the Head of Operations and Key Account Managers to ensure smooth and efficient warehouse operations 

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within inventory management processes 

• Proven experience in inventory control within a warehouse or logistics environment 

• Strong strategic planning and forecasting skills 

• Experience managing or mentoring team members 

• Solid understanding of warehouse systems and storage solutions 

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills 

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail 

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays with the option to purchase up to an additional 5 days

• Pension contribution

• A life assurance policy that pays out 4 x Salary

• Employee Assistance Programme that provides you with confidential support, information, and advice to help you

• Employee Discount Scheme through Benefit Hub

• Free Parking