To manage inventory operations in a dynamic, high-turnover FMCG environment. The role is responsible for ensuring optimal stock levels, accuracy in stock movements, and efficient processes for replenishment and stock control. The Inventory Manager will utilise advanced Excel skills and SAP expertise while also performing root cause analysis to resolve inventory discrepancies. A customer-focused approach is crucial, with significant involvement in both internal and external stakeholder interactions through weekly KPI'S.
WHAT WILL YOUR DAY-TO-DAY LOOK LIKE?
Inventory Control & Management:
Oversee and ensure the accuracy of all inventory movements, from inbound goods to stock allocation and outbound shipments.
Manage stock levels effectively to prevent stockouts and optimise storage space.
Implement and maintain a robust inventory replenishment system that aligns with demand forecasting and seasonal changes.
FMCG Expertise:
Manage high SKU turnover efficiently
Ensure seasonal demand location requirement is closely monitored and managed effectively.
Root Cause Analysis & Issue Resolution:
Conduct root cause analysis of inventory discrepancies and variances to identify underlying issues and implement corrective actions.
Continuously review processes and systems to detect and prevent recurring problems, ensuring improved stock accuracy and operational efficiency.
Stock-Take & Stock Counting:
Lead the annual stock-take process, ensuring stock accuracy
Manage and oversee weekly stock counts, ensuring timely and accurate data collection, and investigating discrepancies where necessary.
System Management (Excel & SAP):
Leverage advanced Excel tools (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros) to analyse inventory data, generate reports, and track stock trends.
Utilise SAP to manage stock movements, process orders, and ensure inventory records remain accurate and up to date.
Customer-Facing Interaction:
Serve as a key point of contact for both internal teams (Operations & Management) and external customers, ensuring effective communication regarding stock availability, order fulfilment, and delivery schedules.
Collaborate closely with sales and customer service teams to ensure stock levels align with customer demand and forecasted orders.
Performance Monitoring & Reporting:
Monitor key inventory metrics such as stock accuracy, turnover rates, and inventory health, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
Prepare regular reports to senior management, highlighting key inventory trends, performance, and areas requiring attention.
WHAT SKILLS ARE REQUIRED
Experience:
Minimum of 3 years' experience in FMCG environment, high SKU turnover, and fast-paced operations.
Proven experience in managing stock-takes, weekly stock counts, and conducting root cause analysis to resolve inventory issues.
Customer-facing experience, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
Technical Skills:
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros, data analysis).
Strong hands-on experience with SAP, particularly in inventory management, stock movements, and reporting.
Thorough understanding of stock replenishment, inventory forecasting, and warehouse management systems.
Key Competencies:
Strong analytical skills, with a focus on identifying root causes of inventory discrepancies and driving continuous improvement.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and interact with customers.
Personal Attributes:
Detail-oriented with a methodical approach to problem-solving.
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
Self-motivated, proactive, and adaptable to changing business needs.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
WHO WE ARE
Primeline is the largest independent Irish provider of logistics, sales and marketing services for domestic and international brands in Ireland and the UK. We are a privately owned business, in operation for 35 years, with over 1,100 employees across multiple sites in Ireland and the UK.
Primeline's Turnover is in excess of €300 million and we are growing rapidly. We pride ourselves in client relationships with brand owners and decision makers supplying product into the Multiple Grocery, Convenience, Foodservice sectors, and Pharmacy trade.
Primeline Group consists of Primeline Logistics, Primeline Express and Johnson Brothers. With over 1,500,000 square feet of warehousing and 400 vehicles, we complete 25,000 deliveries weekly. Primeline is in every town in Ireland, every day. Our people power our success.
WHERE WE ARE GOING
We continue to develop our leadership teams to ensure that Primeline remains a place where people want to come to work every day, and a place where people can learn and strive towards their future goals. We will continue to create an environment where people can be at their best. Retaining our current customer, blue chip companies and multinational brands and growing new business by providing the best brand execution will be key to our success. We will build the best relationships and partnerships with our principles and customers, and we continue to drive a values-based culture.
WHAT DO WE WANT?
At Primeline, our core values of respect, teamwork, results, excellence, and courage guide everything we do. We seek individuals who demonstrate empathy and appreciation for diverse perspectives, collaborate effectively with others, and are motivated by achieving outstanding results. You should be committed to continuous improvement, maintain high standards, and have the courage to take initiative and drive innovation. If you resonate with these values and are ready to contribute to a positive and dynamic work environment where everyone can thrive and succeed, we would love to hear from you.
