Procurement and Inventory Manager: £40,000 to £50,000

Ready to join a company that puts employee development and progression at the forefront?! At Wireless CCTV, we appreciate all our employees and know they are our strongest assets, this is the reason we are passionate about providing long-lasting careers. 

In the role of the Procurement and Inventory Manager, you will support the UK Operations director overseeing the end-to-end supply chain, sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and maintaining optimal stock levels to meet demand without overstocking. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious candidate who is looking for a hands-on role in an ever-growing business!

The Procurement & Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing the organisation’s purchasing strategy, supplier relationships, stock control processes, and inventory accuracy. This role ensures materials and products are sourced cost-effectively, inventory levels are optimised, and supply chain risks are proactively managed. The position works closely with operations, finance, and logistics teams to support seamless business continuity and operational efficiency.

The Procurement and Inventory Manager Overview:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies that deliver cost savings, quality improvements, and supplier reliability.
• Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management processes.
• Conduct regular market and price analysis to identify risks, opportunities, and alternative sourcing options.
• Ensure compliance with UK procurement regulations, company policies, and ethical standards.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and performance scorecards.
• Manage purchase orders from creation through to delivery, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and value for money.
• Oversee the full inventory lifecycle, including works orders, stock planning, reordering, replenishment, and stock level optimisation.
• Implement and maintain effective inventory control systems, including regular stock counts, cycle checks, and root-cause analysis for discrepancies including physical verification of WCCTV assets.
• Analyse inventory data including ongoing BOM reviews to identify slow-moving, obsolete, or high-risk stock and propose corrective actions.
• Ensure accurate real-time stock visibility across all company locations.
• Collaborate with warehouse and operations teams to improve layout, storage, and material handling efficiency.
• Manage WCCTV’s returns process including intercompany returns.
• Work with finance teams to forecast and monitor procurement budgets and stock valuations.
• Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives without compromising quality or service levels.
• Report key KPIs such as stock accuracy, supplier performance, procurement savings, and inventory turnover.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and stock management processes.
• Maintain and optimise inventory management systems. 
• Support digitalisation and automation of purchasing and stock workflows.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards, environmental regulations, and internal company policies.
• Mitigate supply chain risks by developing contingency plans and maintaining approved supplier lists.
• Monitor supplier compliance with contractual terms, sustainability standards, and quality expectations.

The Benefits for a Procurement and Inventory Manager:

• Competitive Compensation: £40,000 to £50,000