Inventory Control Team Leader

Job Introduction

We have an exciting opportunity for an Inventory Control Team Leader to join our team at our Bellshill site. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy, integrity and optimisation of inventory across our operational business unit, driving effective stock control, compliance and continuous improvement. You'll lead a high-performing team while working collaboratively with internal and external partners to reduce complexity, minimise waste and support operational excellence.

Main Responsibility

What you’ll be doing

• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing Inventory Control team, creating a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement
• Maintain accurate inventory records across all internal and external locations, implementing robust stock control measures to minimise discrepancies and improve inventory integrity
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure inventory control processes meet all legislative, compliance and HMRC requirements
• Drive the continued reduction of Slow-Moving and Obsolete Inventory (SLOB) through regular reporting, assignment of ownership and delivery of targeted improvement actions
• Minimise inventory obsolescence by effectively managing the PIPO process for new product developments, product delistings and portfolio changes
• Lead SKU Portfolio Optimisation initiatives through regular brand reviews, influencing decision-making and reducing SKU complexity across the business
• Partner with GTS and suppliers to support the rollout of EDI capabilities while driving improvements in SKU classification and shelf-life management
• Monitor inventory performance, identifying trends, risks and opportunities, and providing clear insights to support informed business decisions
• Foster strong cross-functional relationships, ensuring effective communication, knowledge sharing and alignment across teams
• Ensure adherence to company policies, standards and guidelines, reporting any non-conformances in a timely manner and maintaining strong governance and control

Our Ideal Candidate

About You

• Proven experience in inventory control, materials management, supply chain or a related operational environment
• Demonstrated experience leading, coaching and developing successful teams
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles, stock control processes and compliance requirements
• Highly analytical, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends and drive improvements through insight-led decision-making
• Experience managing inventory optimisation initiatives, including obsolescence reduction and SKU rationalisation
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence and build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and implementing improvements
• Well organised with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of governance and accuracy
• Collaborative and adaptable, with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams and functions

Apply now and play a key role in optimising inventory performance, driving operational excellence and shaping the future of inventory control at William Grant & Sons.

What we can offer you

• We offer a competitive salary and benefits which are designed to promote our employees financial wellbeing. Employees are also eligible to participate in a bonus plan.
• Our employees enjoy a generous holiday entitlement and an opportunity to ‘buy’ or ‘sell’ some holiday entitlement.
• Private Healthcare and Doctor@Hand (remote GP service).
• Our employees can join a defined contribution pension plan. Employees contribute either 4% or 5% of salary, the company contributes 8% or 10% depending on the employee contribution. Employee contributions can be made through salary sacrifice.
• Our Employee Assistance Programme offers practical, impartial support on everyday matters ranging from medical, financial and legal to home and family issues.
• Our Life Assurance cover is a multiple of eight times your annual basic salary.
• Product allocation so that you can enjoy our fantastic portfolio of brands.
• Our Cycle to Work scheme allows you to hire a bike for an agreed length of time, and then snap it up for a fraction of its original value. All while making savings (at least 25%) and spreading the cost.
• Every employee has the opportunity to claim up to £1,000 per year for a charity or charities for which they have raised money, volunteered their time or personally donated.
• Learning resources to help you be your best self.

About William Grant & Sons

A HOME FOR RARE CHARACTERS

William Grant & Sons: a home where Rare Characters thrive.

We value every employee for their rare character, distinctive skills, experience and perspectives. Every one of our colleagues has a role to play in helping us to achieve our growth ambitions.

At William Grant & Sons, our vision is to be A home where rare characters thrive. We value all colleagues for their rare character, distinctive skills, experience and perspectives. Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of how we do things at William Grant & Sons, fully aligned to our purpose and our company values. We strive to create an environment where we can all be our best and bring our whole selves to work.

OUR AGILE WORKING PHILOSOPHY

Our agile working philosophy is to “Have your best work day everyday”.

Built on trust, we empower our rare characters to have their best work day every day. Where flexibility and positive working experiences help employees to feel connected and release potential across our teams.

We are open to discussing possible agile/flexible working options as part of the recruitment process.

INCLUSIVE RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of how we do things at William Grant & Sons, fully aligned to our purpose and our company values. We want to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive.