Visum Recruitment has the pleasure of working with our client in the Industrial Supplies sector. They are seeking an Inventory Manager to work full time at one of their customers sites in Middlesbrough. The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day operation of this customer’s engineering stores providing a vital link between the customer’s engineering team and our client as their inventory management provider. You will be responsible for the effective management, control, and availability of engineering components and consumables.This is a key role within a growing and highly ambitious MRO distributor, requiring a proactive individual with a solid background in stores or inventory management, ideally within an industrial or technical environment.Inventory Manager Job OverviewMaintain appropriate stock levels of engineering components and consumables, ensuring accurate tracking and documentation using computerised stock systems.Work closely with procurement and suppliers to source and replenish stock in a timely manner. Identify and assist in sourcing hard-to-find or obsolete components.Organise the layout and storage of items within the stores to maximise efficiency and safety. Manage all goods-in/goods-out processes, including inspection, labelling, and secure storage.Ensure the stores operate in full compliance with health and safety regulations, including COSHH and manual handling requirements. Maintain safe storage of hazardous and flammable materials.Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of stock usage, movements and stocktakes, work with associate businesses to meet KPIs.Act as a key point of contact for maintenance and engineering teams to ensure availability of critical spares during planned works and reactive repairs.Inventory Manager Job RequirementsPrevious experience in a similar role within an engineering, manufacturing or industrial setting.Proficient in inventory control systems and ERP software.Good knowledge of engineering parts, components and tools.Familiarity with UK health and safety standards, including COSHH.Inventory Manager Salary & BenefitsSalary circa £35,000 - £40,0008am – 5pmMonday - FridayCompany pension #J-18808-Ljbffr