Stores Advanced Inventory Controller

Why MAG?

Every year, Manchester Airport connects over 28 million passengers with more than 200 destinations across the globe. As the fourth largest airport in the UK, Manchester is also in the top 20 airports in Europe. Part of the largest UK owned airport operator group, MAG, Manchester Airport supports over 19,000 jobs onsite and generates around £7.75bn each year for the region.

Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We're committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities. Our programmes include airport and airline decarbonisation, comprehensive education, skills and employment support and community engagement initiatives including volunteering opportunities.

At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive.

You’ll also have access to some great benefits including:

• Free parking
• Subsidised public transport
• Huge range of company discounts
• Free Virtual
  
  GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Care Concierge service
• Two volunteering days per year

The role of the Inventory Controller is to provide effective receipt, storage, and distribution of inventory and non-inventory items to all internal customers, while providing full logistical customer service and support. This includes the control, distribution, and support of critical and non-critical inventory items, including clothing and PPE.

The goal is to optimize inventory levels while maintaining or increasing customer service levels. The coordinator must ensure high levels of stock accuracy and data integrity on Maximo, conduct spot checking of 5% of inventory items monthly, and perform a full stock take every 6 months. Additionally, the coordinator is responsible for non-inventory critical and emergency purchasing from approved suppliers.

The ideal candidate for this position should have numerate and literate abilities to GCSE standard or equivalent, a UK driver's license, and be able to meet airport airside driving requirements. They should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in an inventory management-related role, intermediate knowledge of operating an inventory management CAFM software system, and be competent in the application of Microsoft Word and Excel.

The candidate should be able to develop detailed inventory management reporting, which enables effective decision-making to drive efficiencies year on year. They should have an effective supplier relationship management approach to ensure key relationships are in place, effectively managed, and to secure continuity of supply. The candidate should also have effective communication skills, both verbally and written, a collaborative stakeholder management approach, and good problem‑solving skills.

Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments

We’re building something brilliant at MAG: a diverse team of Journey Makers who share our values and want to make a difference. We’re on a mission to be number one in our industry, and that takes talent in all its forms. With so many exciting roles across our airports and businesses, there’s space for your unique strengths to shine.

Whether this is your first role or your next big step, we want to hear from you – even if you don’t think you tick every box. What matters most is what you bring.

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, just let us know. We’re committed to helping you perform at your best.

At MAG, every journey matters. Our Colleague Communities play a big part in that:
Women’s Network, Embrace (Race & Ethnicity), Fly with Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mind Matters (Mental Health), PACT (Parents & Carers), Respect

ABILITY (Disability & Neurodiversity), and the CAVU Global &E Affinity Group.