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Inventory Controller - 6 month FTC

Do you have experience in stock management and inventory? We have an exciting new opportunity with a London-based children's book publisher to joint heir team on a 6-month FTC, manage their inventory, provide warehouse support and assist the publishing team with sales and operations tasks. As an Inventory Controller, you will manage the stock system, acting as main point of contact for the distribution team, and provide regular reports on stock for sales and finance purposes.

Key responsibilities:

  • Manage the inventory, monitoring stock levels and ensuring agreed KPI's on title availability are met
  • Communicate reprint requirements to the publishing services team
  • Report on stock levels, recommended orders, and unusual activity, and monitor daily reports across the publishing divisions
  • Develop awareness of stock issues, and suggest solutions to maintain the profitability of the lists
  • Oversee stock management according to retail seasonal demand, promotions, awards, and external factors that may influence title demand
  • Hold quarterly stock meetings with the Publishing Directors and provide relevant reports and recommendations for re-prints and stock levels
  • Act as point of contact for Distribution and manage the disposal of remainder stock

This is a fantastic hands-on role that will suit a highly-organised and anaytical candidate, with experience and understanding of inventory management. The ideal applicant will have strong problem-solving abilities, and be able to investigate procedural and technical issues to propose appropriate solutions. Commercial acumen, communication and relationship management are important advantages.

Closing date: Friday February 7th

For a full description of the role, please send your CV with a brief paragraph outlining your relevant skills.

Closing Date: Early applications may be prioritised.

**Inspired Selection operates an Equal Opportunities policy. We treat all employees and job applicants fairly and equally regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, age, disability or union membership status.

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Inventory Controller - 6 month FTC

Contract, Full-time
Children's Publishing, Trade
Book Buying & Selling, Buying, Sales, Publishing, Publishing Support, Support, Strategy, Trade, Operations, Distribution, Inventory

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