Inventory Manager
Do & Co
Hounslow, UK
•2 hours ago
•No application
About
- Company Description
- Our production unit takes pride in offering top-tier luxury airline catering that is both elegant and sophisticated. Our team is dedicated to crafting a one-of-a-kind experience that is attractive to even the most discerning passengers. We focus on providing exceptional quality, first-class service, and an exquisite range of menu options that are sure to impress.
- Job Description
- The Inventory Manager is responsible for the end-to-end control, accuracy, and availability of all airline-owned stock held within Airline Stores and operational areas. This role ensures inventory is correctly recorded, issued and replenished in line with airline requirements, operational demand, and contractual obligations.
- Working closely with multiple departments and airline representatives, the Inventory Manager will maintain strong controls over high-volume, reusable, and time-critical items in a fast-paced 24/7 catering environment. The role requires a hands-on approach, strong attention to detail, and the confidence to challenge processes and behaviours that risk stock integrity.
- The Inventory Manager will also be responsible for analysing stock data, investigating variances, improving inventory processes, and supporting business continuity during schedule changes, disruptions, and airline growth.
- End-to-end management of airline inventory.
- Liaise directly with airline customers on all inventory-related matters, ensuring transparency, compliance with airline requirements, and timely resolution of issues.
- Maintain accurate stock records across multiple sites.
- Set and manage par levels, safety stock, and replenishment cycles.
- Control issuing, returns, and inter-site movements.
- Lead cycle counts, audits, and full stocktakes; investigate variances.
- Manage airline-specific requirements and SLAs.
- Identify loss, damage, and misuse; implement corrective actions.
- Produce regular reports on stock levels, variances, ageing, and trends.
- Support new airline launches, schedule changes, and volume fluctuations.
- Drive continuous improvement in inventory processes and controls.
- Manage third-party suppliers, overseeing stock issuance and product receipt, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, security, and aviation standards.
- Qualifications
- Proficient in written and spoken English.
- Ability to communicate effectively and confidently with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including the confidence to challenge when necessary.
- Proven inventory or stores management experience, preferably within aviation or logistics.
- Strong Excel skills.
- Ability to analyse data effectively and accurately.
- High attention to detail with a control mindset.
- Excellent organisation and time management skills.
- Comfortable in fast-paced, changeable environments.
- Ability to manage multiple customers with different rules and volumes.
- Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
- Accountable and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Flexible availability in a 24/7 operational environment.
- Additional Information
We believe that our employees are the driving force behind our success and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment. As a member of our team, you will have access to a range of benefits, including
- £32,000.00 per year
- On-site role
- Enjoy perks by referring your friends through our Refer a Friend Scheme
- Save money and time with On-Site Free Meals
- Expand your skills and knowledge through our in-house training opportunities.
- A business where you can have a real impact, we’re not afraid of new ideas!
- Genuine career development opportunities, both nationally and internationally
- The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market
- DO&CO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
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- Compensation: GBP32000 - GBP32000 - yearly




