Stock and Admin Manager – 3PL Contract Logistics

Company: Loom Talent
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Location: Bedford
Job Description:

Job Description

The Company

Loom Talent Limited have been exclusively engaged by an established 3PL provider on a Stock and Admin Manager – 3PL Contract Logistics vacancy in Bedford.

Our client has a primary focus on delivering unrivalled levels of service and innovative warehousing & transport solutions across the UK.

The business boasts an already impressive UK customer portfolio spanning; Retail, E-Commerce, Fashion and FMCG.

The Role

The Stock and Admin Manager – 3PL Contract Logistics will play a critical role in leading all administrative activities across our clients multi-user Bedford DC.

This position is a truly exciting opportunity for a well-rounded stock / administration logistics professional to be at the forefront of a rapidly expanding organisation with lots of progression available along the way.

Key Responsibilities

  • Inventory Control & Accuracy – Ensure stock accuracy through regular cycle counts, stock takes, and reconciliations, proactively investigating and resolving discrepancies.
  • Team Leadership & Development – Manage, train and motivate a team of 4-6 stock controllers and admin staff, ensuring high levels of performance, accountability and engagement.
  • WMS & ERP Oversight – Maintain accurate data integrity across the WMS & ERP systems, ensuring all transactions are processed timely and in line with operational standards.
  • Client Reporting & Communication – Produce and deliver clear, accurate stock reports to internal stakeholders and external customers, adapting communication styles to meet varied client needs.
  • KPI Management & Continuous Improvement – Monitor performance against agreed KPIs (e.g. stock accuracy, order fulfilment), identifying opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.
  • Goods In / Goods Out Oversight – Support the coordination of inbound and outbound stock movements, ensuring timely and accurate processing of receipts, dispatches and returns.
  • System & Process Compliance – Ensure all stock and admin processes are compliant with company procedures, customer SLAs and health & safety regulations.
  • Multi-Client Account Management – Support the complexities of a multi-user site, managing differing client expectations, product types and SLAs simultaneously.
  • Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving – Lead investigations into stock issues, process failures or service errors, ensuring root causes are addressed and corrective actions implemented.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work closely with warehouse operations, inbound / outbound transport, customer service and commercial teams to ensure seamless service delivery and optimal client satisfaction.

The Candidate

The successful candidate for the Stock and Admin Manager – 3PL Contract Logistics opportunity in Bedford will have the following skills and experiences:

  • A Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain Background – Essential.
  • A minimum of 3+ years Stock / Inventory / Administration Management experience – Essential
  • 2+ Years within a Logistics environment – Essential.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of developing high-performing teams – Essential.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrated within customer facing when required – Essential.
  • A proficient background working with WMS & ERP systems, along with Microsoft Excel – Essential.
  • A background within managing large data sets / SKU ranges – Essential.
  • Commutable to Bedford 5 x days per week – Essential.
  • And an individual truly excited by large scale growth challenges!!

The Package

  • Salary – £35,000 to £40,000.
  • Company Holidays.
  • Pension Contributions.
  • Plus additional company benefits.
  • Lots of opportunity to develop and progress within an expanding organisation.

Posted: April 21st, 2025