Job Description

Opportunity - Stock & Systems Manager

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for stock accuracy, system integrity, and continuous improvement? If you're looking for your next opportunity in a fast-paced FMCG environment, this could be the perfect role for you. We're looking for a

Stock & Systems Manager

to join our high-performing logistics team and help drive operational excellence across our sites.

The Role - Stock & Systems Manager

The Stock & Systems Manager will ensure accurate stock management, system alignment, and process efficiency across logistics operations. You'll be responsible for overseeing stock accuracy, supporting reporting cycles, and optimising warehouse systems through data, process improvements and training.

Responsibilities

Stock Management

Maintain accurate stock records through cycle counts and full stock takes


Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies, with root cause analysis and corrective action


Support Finance and Auditors in month/year-end reporting


Collaborate with Planning and Demand teams to model capacity across logistics sites


Manage pallet provider relationships and identify cost-saving opportunities


Contribute to the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process


Provide stock reporting and analysis to stakeholders

Stock Optimisation

Implement processes to manage obsolete, slow-moving, and short-dated stock


Develop and deliver stock counting systems across logistics and 3PL sites


Generate reports and analyse data to drive process improvements


Train logistics teams on stock handling and systems best practice

System Management

Act as super user for ERP and WMS systems, driving automation and improvement


Support IT with system rollouts and continuous improvement projects


Liaise with IT and vendors to troubleshoot issues and implement updates

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel


Experience using ERP and WMS systems is highly desirable


Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks


Excellent attention to detail, especially in stock and data accuracy


Proactive, can-do attitude with a continuous improvement mindset


Experience in FMCG or logistics sectors is an advantage


Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills


Analytical and problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis

The Offer - Stock & Systems Manager

Location:

Thirsk or Crick (Hybrid)

Salary:

Competitive

Bonus:

10% annual company bonus scheme

Hours:

37.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday

Pension:

Employee contributions 3% / Employer contribution 8% (salary sacrifice company pension scheme)

Holidays:

25 days + Bank Holidays

Medicash Plan

Life Assurance

Enhanced maternity/paternity/pawternity

Other Benefits:

Free parking, tasty treats, bring your dog to work, discounted products & free hot drinks

Flexible Benefits:

Cycle to work, workplace nurseries, dental insurance (offered through salary sacrifice or pay deductions)

Staff Discount:

Ability to purchase heavily discounted pet food

Company

IPN is an innovative, well-established, and award-winning pet food manufacturer, employing over 850 people across our 4 UK manufacturing sites. Our family of brands includes

Harringtons, Wagg, Barking Heads & Meowing Heads, AATU, Blink, Butchers, Classic Cat

, and a selection of partner brands that trust us to produce food on their behalf. Our kitchens in

Thirsk, Kinmel and Crick

produce dry, wet, and baked foods which are enjoyed by dogs and cats all over the world.