Job Description

Location: Rugby, Full-Time, Permanent (8:45am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday, 3 days on site, 2 days from home)

Location: Rugby Head Office

Your new Company:

Hafele is a trusted name worldwide, renowned for manufacturing and distributing innovative

furniture fittings, accessories, hardware, and ironmongery

. With

100 years of global expertise

and

40 years of excellence in the UK

, we bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to everything we do.

As a

market leader situated in 150+ countries

, our influence spans the globe, driving a growing turnover of

EUR2bn+

. Innovation, quality, and service are at the heart of our success - join us and be part of something bigger.

Your new role:

Take Ownership. Drive Efficiency. Make an Impact.

At Hafele UK, we're more than just a market leader--we're a team that sets the standard for exceptional service and next-day delivery. Our success relies on a well-managed stock profile, ensuring our customers get exactly what they need, when they need it.

That's where our

Inventory Team

comes in. We're the driving force behind forecasting, replenishment, and cost-effective stock management, keeping our business on track and our

customers happy

.

As part of this dynamic team, you'll

own and manage a portfolio of supplier partners and customers

, ensuring seamless service for both internal and external customers. By strategically planning stock levels and collaborating with customers, suppliers and cross-functional teams, you'll not only hit service level targets--you'll exceed them.

Relationships matter.

You'll work closely with our strategic supplier partner and customers building long-term plans and efficiency programs that drive shared success.

And as a

brand ambassador

, you'll represent Hafele both within the business and across the industry, strengthening our reputation and influence.

If you're ready to take on a role where you can

make a real impact

, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Forecasting

Product 'On-shelf Availability'

Stock Turn

Excess Stock Management

Ensuring high levels of customer service

What you'll need to succeed:

We're looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment. To succeed in this role, you'll need:

Self-motivation & teamwork

- You take initiative while also working seamlessly with others

A growth mindset

- You're eager to develop and continuously improve.

Sharp analytical skills

- Strong numerical, planning, and problem-solving abilities.

A competitive edge

- You're driven by results and always pushing for success.

Confident communication

- You can engage with stakeholders at all levels, across different geographies, including Suppliers & Customers.

Proactive thinking

- You spot opportunities and challenges, then take action.

Respect & collaboration

- You value and support your colleagues.

An open mind

- You embrace change, challenge the status quo, and seek innovation

Inventory expertise

- Experience with inventory software, ideally

Slim4

.

Planning

- Knowledge of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)

What you'll get in return:

Competitive salary

Annual Bonus

up to 3%

Benefits including:

o Holiday of 23 days' basic + 8 bank holidays in a complete year, increasing to 28 days basic with our length of service programme

o Healthcare - Westfield Health Cashplan scheme, access to money back on dental, optical, consultation, therapy treatments and wellbeing treatments, hospital treatment insurance, Employee Assistance Programme and Life Insurance

o Discounts: Huge range of shopping and activity discounts available through Westfield Rewards

o Pension Scheme

o Stock Discounts

Learning and Development opportunities

Paid volunteering days

This is a

full-time, permanent position. Core hours of work are 8:45am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday, however, flexibility will be required for this role

. The role is being offered with hybrid option meaning you would be site-based Monday and Tuesday and a further third day of your choice, with 2 days from home.

A job profile is available on request. Please send your current total remuneration package, CV and covering letter to the Recruitment Team at recruitment@hafele.co.uk.

Shortlisting and interviews for this role will take place while the advert is live; the vacancy will be closed as soon as the successful candidate is appointed. Applicants are therefore encouraged to submit applications as soon as possible. We are committed to equal opportunities

At Hafele UK, we're proud to be a

Living Wage accredited employer

, demonstrating our commitment to fair pay and the wellbeing of our people. This means every member of our team earns a wage that meets the real cost of living - not just the government minimum - because we believe hard work deserves fair reward.

No agencies

- Any unsolicited CV's received may be acted upon and will be deemed as a gift.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Paid volunteer time Referral programme Sick pay Work from home
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Experience:

inventory: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rugby CV21 1RD

Reference ID: 0214