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About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised, proactive and analytical Inventory Lead to take ownership of inventory accuracy, control and optimisation across Prinova Europe’s UK and European warehouse network. This pivotal role involves maintaining robust inventory controls, investigating discrepancies, and implementing sustainable corrective actions to drive inventory performance.
Responsibilities
- Lead weekly, monthly and annual inventory reconciliations across multiple warehouse locations.
- Partner with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to investigate discrepancies and validate stock positions.
- Own inventory discrepancies from identification through root cause analysis, corrective action implementation and resolution.
- Maintain full traceability and auditability of inventory movements, stock adjustments, transfers and investigations.
- Monitor inventory accuracy KPI’s and implement robust controls to prevent recurring issues.
- Analyse inventory performance data and provide recommendations for optimisation and working capital improvements.
- Coordinate inventory disposal and write-off activities, ensuring compliance.
- Partner with Product Management, Finance, Quality and Supply Chain teams to minimise inventory risk.
- Produce, analyse and communicate key inventory KPIs.
- Partner with Finance to support inventory valuation, provisions, month-end reporting, reconciliations and audit requirements.
- Utilise data analytics to identify inventory trends, risks and opportunities.
- Lead and oversee annual stock count activities across all key warehouse locations.
- Coordinate year-end stock counts with internal stakeholders and third-party logistics providers (3PLs).
- Identify, lead and support initiatives that strengthen inventory controls and improve reporting capabilities.
- Partner with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to develop and implement cycle count programmes.
- Support and lead inventory-related projects, including ERP enhancements and process automation initiatives.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years' experience in Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Warehousing, Logistics or Supply Chain.
- Proven experience managing stock reconciliations and inventory investigations.
- Experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.
- Experience working with ERP systems and inventory management platforms.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Inventory Control
- Warehousing
- Logistics
- Supply Chain
- Stock Reconciliations
- Inventory Investigations
- Root Cause Analysis
- Corrective Actions
- Microsoft Excel
- Pivot Tables
- VLOOKUPs
- ERP systems
- Inventory management platforms
- Data Analytics
- Stakeholder Management
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
Location
- Central London
Work Type
- Hybrid
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum 5 years' experience
Benefits
- Personal growth, including training and development opportunities
- Health Cash Plan
- Subsidised gym membership
- Access to flexible pay with Aslan
About the Company
- Prinova is a leading global supplier of ingredients and premix manufacturing solutions.
- Trusted by the world’s best-known food, beverage, and nutrition brands.
- Part of the NAGASE Group.
- Expertise lies in Ingredient Distribution, Manufacturing Solutions, and Customized Services.
- Global network of colleagues delivering sustainable value-added solutions.
- Recognized for deep expertise, commitment to excellence, and bold innovation.
- Strong reputation as a trusted industry leader.