Position Summary
Logistics done differently.
We are looking for someone to Coordinate Inventory and Administration activities to ensure exceptional service, lead inventory-related activities to achieve business goals, and act as the lead contact for all Inventory and Admin matters? Do you like the sound of working on a large, complex operation with one of the biggest names in logistics? Are you ready for your next challenge?
We’re looking to bring in a Inventory Administrator, for our day shift , for our new warehouse in Wakefield for our customer British Gypsum / Saint Gobain.
Pay, benefits and more:
We’re looking to offer a salary of up to £35,000 per annum. In addition, we offer 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as the option to buy additional days. You’ll have access to a variety of high street discounts, as well as a cycle to work scheme, a workplace pension, and many other perks.
What you’ll do on a typical day:
- Manage SKU base and support Warehouse Supervisors.
- Ensure stock integrity and monitor inventory accuracy.
- Capture performance levels against inventory targets.
- Review capacity forecasts and ensure appropriate staffing and equipment levels.
- Develop targeted Inventory CI action plans.
- Assist in budgeting with information and recommendations.
- Establish weekly meetings and maintain a 'Record and Action' log.
- Delegate tasks to the Warehouse Supervisory team.
- Establish positive relationships with customers and resolve problems.
- Support operational tasks and ensure deadlines and standards are met.
- Ensure system reconciliations are compliant and timely.
- Maintain procedures and processes related to Inventory, Systems, and Admin functions.
- Support project activities and ensure accurate inventory and stock movement information.
- Ensure hardware and software issues are resolved quickly.
- Review and improve processes, documenting changes.
- Support succession planning for Inventory and Admin roles.
What you need to succeed at XPO:
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Background in Operational Management (preferably at Supervisory level).
- Experience in a fast-moving distribution environment.
- Strong Inventory Management experience.
- Knowledge of Inventory processes and stock management.
- Strong IT skills (Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word).
- Experience with WMS systems (DLx/Blue Yonder preferred).
Behaviours Required:
- Analytical and critical thinker.
- Self-motivated and strives for self-development.
- Team player with good understanding of reporting and data assembly.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Reliable, honest, and committed with attention to detail.
- Flexible with a 'can do' attitude.
Be Part of Something Big:
We strive to create an inclusive environment for all our colleagues, where everyone feels welcomed, empowered and where you can bring your true self to work. You may not feel you tick all of the boxes we have written above, so even if your experience doesn’t precisely match the job description but you feel you have the skills needed, please feel free to reach out to our recruitment team for an initial discussion. Your skills and passion set you apart and we welcome diverse people and perspectives at XPO. We encourage applications from people of all different backgrounds and identities. To empower you to do as well as possible during the recruitment process, if you require any changes or amendments to our application and interviews, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
