Candidate Overview
The candidate is a highly analytical and commercially aware Stock & Supply Chain Manager with 10+ years’ experience across wholesale, retail, and import-led supply chains, specialising in inventory optimisation, replenishment strategy, and working capital control.
They are known for building structured, data-led inventory processes that balance service levels, warehouse capacity, and cash, while improving visibility and reducing reactive decision-making. A strong cross-functional operator, they work closely with commercial, finance, sourcing, and warehouse teams to align stock strategy with business growth.
Core Expertise
- Replenishment planning (Min/Max, lead times, order cycles)
- Working capital and stock investment management
- Global sourcing and inbound supply chain coordination
- Demand and sales analysis for stock planning
- ERP / WMS systems and data governance
- Warehouse capacity and inbound flow planning
- Aged stock and slow-moving inventory reduction
- Continuous improvement and process design
Selected Career Achievements
- Reduced overall stock holding by 18% (£4m+ reduction) while maintaining service levels above 97% availability, through improved replenishment rules and tighter stock governance.
- Improved forecast and replenishment accuracy, reducing stock-outs by 30% and significantly lowering the need for emergency purchasing.
- Reduced aged stock exposure (12+ months) by 40% through targeted clearance strategies, improved SKU lifecycle management, and better buy discipline.
- Implemented structured Min/Max replenishment frameworks across a 10,000+ SKU portfolio, improving ordering consistency and supply pipeline visibility.
- Developed reporting dashboards to improve stock visibility across the business, reducing manual reporting time by 50% and enabling faster decision-making.
Leadership Profile
A structured and disciplined leader who brings clarity and control to complex inventory environments. Experienced in leading and developing stock control teams, embedding strong operating rhythms, accountability, and analytical capability. Highly collaborative, with the ability to influence commercial and finance stakeholders while maintaining a strong focus on operational delivery.
Ideal Next Role
The candidate is seeking a Stock & Supply Chain Manager role within a fast-paced wholesale or retail business, where they can take ownership of inventory strategy, improve stock control processes, and support business growth. They are particularly well suited to organisations managing large SKU ranges, global sourcing networks, and complex inventory challenges, where balancing service, space, and cash is critical.
Interested in learning more? Please contact Imagine Executive Solutions for a confidential discussion.