Stocks Operations Manager - Fresh Produce Location: Kent, initially onsite Monday to Friday - after 6 months, 2 days hybrid flexibility Salary: £40,000 + Guaranteed Bonus + Private HC Type: Full-time, Permanent
We're working with a leading name in the fresh produce industry looking to appoint a Stocks Operations Manager to oversee key areas of stock, planning, and operational control across major retail accounts.
This is a hands-on, high-responsibility role where you'll be right at the heart of operations - keeping things running smoothly from planning through to packing and logistics.
What You'll Be Doing: * Handling purchase and sales order entry for key customers * Managing key trackers - stock movement, programme, and packing * Leading daily calls with the Global team to align on stock and orders * Booking transport in line with packing and dispatch schedules * Supporting packhouse planning and coordination * Processing invoices and account sales * Managing and communicating claims via ERP (Prophet) * Approving and forwarding debit notes to the accounts team * Participating in team meetings and contributing to planning
What We're Looking For: * Strong ERP knowledge - Prophet experience is a a requirement * Experience in fresh produce or a similarly fast-paced sector * Excellent organisational skills with high attention to detail * Good communicator and stakeholder manager * Calm under pressure and able to juggle multiple priorities
Package & Benefits: * Salary of up to £40,000 * Guaranteed bonus of over £3,000 * Private healthcare * 25 days holiday + bank holidays * Flexibility to work 2 days from home after 6 months * Start-finish 9-5pm but can be flexible 30-60minutes either side
Why Join? This is a great opportunity to join a market leader where your contribution will make a real impact. You'll be working with a collaborative and experienced team, with strong backing from senior leadership and a chance to grow within the business.
Reference: 54850787
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