Stock Manager

We are looking for an experienced Senior Stock Manager to take ownership of end-to-end warehouse operations across a diverse and fast-moving product range including books, gifts, accessories, and musical instruments. This is not a traditional stock control role. We are looking for someone who actively improves how a warehouse operates, optimising flow, layout, picking efficiency, and accuracy through data, structure, and hands‑on leadership. You will lead warehouse teams and team leaders across split shifts, ensuring consistent performance, strong communication, and clear operational priorities across goods‑in, picking, replenishment, and returns. We are actively integrating AI and automation into all areas of the business and expect candidates with mindset focused on improving efficiency and deliver a better user experience. Key responsibilities Leading warehouse teams and team leaders across multiple shifts Owning end-to-end stock flow: receiving, storage, picking, replenishment, and returns Using data to drive warehouse performance and decision‑making Designing and improving warehouse layout, pick paths, and stock placement Managing replenishment strategy between bulk storage and pick faces Ensuring high levels of stock accuracy and operational control Driving continuous improvement across all warehouse processes Requirements Strong experience in multi-SKU warehouse environments Proven track record of improving warehouse efficiency, not just managing stock Experience using data (including heat maps or similar tools) to drive stock placement decisions Hands‑on knowledge of pick path optimisation and warehouse flow Strong understanding of replenishment systems and stock movement between bulk and pick locations Experience managing safety stock, stock availability, and demand variability Confident leadership of teams and team leaders across multiple shifts Nice to have: Experience in e-commerce fulfilment or retail distribution Background in publishing, books, or music‑related distribution Experience working in complex, high-volume multi‑SKU warehouse environments Experience handling mixed product types (small items, fragile goods, higher‑value stock) Key strengths we value: Ability to interpret warehouse data and translate insights into actionable improvements Experience improving pick rates, travel time, and overall warehouse productivity Strong understanding of stock accuracy, cycle counting, and root cause analysis Practical experience improving receiving and returns processes Ability to manage both fast‑moving small items and larger or fragile products Comfortable working closely with systems (WMS/ERP) and continuously improving processes #J-18808-Ljbffr