Stock Manager
Location: Leeds
Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 + Benefits

Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be working with a leading medical manufacturer to recruit an experienced Stock Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a data-driven and commercially minded professional to take ownership of stock accuracy and integrity across a multi-site, regulated business that genuinely makes a difference to people’s lives.

The Role
As Stock Manager, you will act as the single point of accountability for stock accuracy, value, risk, and corrective action across the business. Reporting into senior leadership, you will ensure complete visibility of inventory across the organisation, minimise excess and obsolete stock, and support operational teams in maintaining excellent stock discipline across all divisions.

Key Responsibilities
* Serve as the lead authority on stock accuracy and integrity across a multi-site national operation
* Design and embed best-in-class stock counting and audit processes to ensure consistent standards
* Review and assess stock levels, age profiles, and valuations across all divisions, flagging areas of risk including excess, slow-moving, and obsolete inventory
* Conduct thorough root cause analysis on stock discrepancies and drive corrective actions to prevent future occurrences
* Build and maintain intuitive dashboards and reports that give senior leadership a clear and accurate picture of inventory performance
* Collaborate closely with colleagues across Procurement, Finance, Production, Clinical, and Branch teams to uphold stock integrity throughout the business
* Establish a structured and repeatable programme of stock counts and audits tailored to the needs of the business
* Champion stock rationalisation projects and raise standards of stock discipline across branch locations
* Actively support the business in maintaining ISO 9001 compliance within a regulated manufacturing environment

Requirements
* A solid track record of managing stock or inventory across multiple sites
* A naturally analytical approach with the confidence to interpret and present complex data to a variety of stakeholders
* Hands-on experience in process improvement, with the ability to build, manage, and monitor effective reporting frameworks
* Working knowledge of RCA tools and CAPA methodologies
* A proven ability to work collaboratively across functions including production, quality, engineering, and logistics
* A degree or HND in Management or a related field is desirable; experience within healthcare or a regulated manufacturing environment would be a distinct advantage
* Strong interpersonal skills with excellent attention to detail and the ability to juggle competing priorities
* Prior exposure to ISO 9001 or similar quality management systems would be beneficial

What’s on Offer
* A competitive salary of £40,000 – £45,000
* Holiday allowance that increases in line with length of service
* Free parking and an on-site canteen
* Access to an employee discount platform and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
* Flexible working to support a healthy work-life balance
* Cycle to Work scheme and a refer-a-friend bonus
* Support with professional qualifications and a clear commitment to ongoing development through internal and external training
* A genuine opportunity to add real value within a purpose-driven organisation that is continuing to grow