General information

Legal entity

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 166 countries and more than 49, 720 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group. 
This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.  

Reference

2026-17585  

Line Of Business

CONTRACT LOGISTICS

Position description

Type of assignment

Full-time Regular

Function

Operational activities - Local Management

Job title

Inventory Manager

Position requirements and constraints (working hours…)

Monday-Friday
Core business hours
40 hours per week
flexible around business needs

Job description

To ensure a continuous supply of materials and stock so that production should not suffer at the time of customer's demand. To keep material cost under control as they contribute to reducing the cost of production and to eliminate duplication in ordering stocks.

The main role of the Stock Manager is to organise and monitor inventory levels to maximise efficiency. Stock Manager must demonstrate skills, such as creating and reporting of Cycle Counts/Reports and ensure the agreed SLA of losses is achieved through motivating and driving the stock team as well as organisational planning.

This position is instrumental to the distribution of products within the DC.

The inventory on site is governed by SOX compliance and this needs to be demonstrated within all levels of the stock department.

Inventory Blueprints are the foundations for the site and the Stock Manager must ensure they are adhered to all thoroughly at all times.

Coordinate daily activity with the Warehouse Supervisor

Manage and direct work executing activities including but not limited to – Cycle Counts, investigations, Reports in-line with customer requirements

Communicate and react quickly and effectively regarding unexpected labour needs

Manage labour hours and electronic time keeping systems, procedures and processes updated

Interview and train prospective new team members; completes 1-2-1's and appraisals

Ensure all subordinate staff understand performance targets and KPI and clearly outlines what is expected

Deal with complaints quickly and address internal and external stakeholder needs promptly

Drive innovation and recommend process improvement

Review records to ensure accuracy and compliance (where applicable)

Comply with all company policies and procedures

Complete RCAs/8d's to establish reasons for discrepancies and suggest mitigating or preventative measures.

Monitor and ensure KPI's are met in a timely and cost-effective manner

Assign duties to subordinate staff and monitor for neatness and conformance to standards set out in BBP's or SOP's

Work with Operations Manager to ensure ISO / HMRC / SMS / HSE compliance for assigned facilities

Prepare reports for leadership

Assist in maintaining physical properties, promote and ensure a clean and safe work environment

Promote the company in a positive and ethical manner

Carry out any reasonable request

Applicant's profile

Essential Education and/ or Training



Experience in the logistics industry

Stock Management

Experience of managing staff on a shift, managing performance and deadlines

Strong Organisation skills

Knowledge of SOX compliance desirable

Preferred Experience and Knowledge



Industry knowledge

Experience in producing daily/ weekly reports

Customer Facing Experience

Ability to use Microsoft Office/Excel/PowerPoint

SAP Experience in reporting and of a high standard

Ability to manage several separate departments

Necessary Technical / Functional Skills



Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships at all levels of staff

Ability to effectively communicate via telephone and email

Presentation skills

Working time (%)

100

Position location

Position place

Europe, United Kingdom, England, Coventry (City of)

Location

Candidate criteria

Years of experience in similar position

Junior (1 to 5 years of experience)

Driving license

not required