Lymedale - Senior Stock Manager

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New Look is seeking a commercially minded Senior Stock Manager for its Distribution Centre in Newcastle-under-Lyme, reporting to the Head of Logistics & Supply Chain. You’ll lead Stock, Processing and Quality Control to hit accuracy, availability and service targets, own stock strategy and peak planning, manage budgets and drive EBITDA growth, and develop a high-performing, inclusive team while keeping the customer at the heart of decisions. The role requires strong WMS knowledge, analytics and change leadership, with proven ability to partner across internal teams and third-party providers. To apply, submit a simple Word CV that highlights senior leadership in logistics, budget and KPI delivery, LEAN or continuous improvement, and measurable achievements; tailor examples to New Look values and show flexibility in patterns and on-site work.

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We’re the feel-good fashion brand making style accessible and fun for over 55 years, on our website, mobile app and over 300 stores in the UK.


By living our values - we play to win, customer obsessed, we are one and it starts with me - we deliver That New Look Feeling for our customers and each other.


THE ROLE
We’re looking for an experienced Senior Stock Manager to join our Distribution Centre in Newcastle-under-Lyme. Reporting to the Head of Logistics & Supply Chain, you’ll lead our Stock and Processing teams to deliver a seamless, safe and consistently high-performing operation. You’ll inspire and empower your management team, build an engaged and productive workforce, manage budgets effectively and contribute to EBITDA growth. As a collaborative and forward-thinking leader, you’ll develop talent, foster a culture that supports New Look’s strategy and use your understanding of the wider competitive landscape to keep the customer at the heart of every decision. Through innovation, strategic insight and strong influencing skills, you’ll play a key role in shaping and future-proofing our business.

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU
Being part of the New Look Team means you get access to a great range of benefits & perks …
• You’ll *love* our generous staff discount – 40% off for you and a loved one, and 25% off for up to 12 friends and family members!
• Get special access to hundreds of discounts from top retailers and gyms, along with free workout classes, on our rewards platform Runway.
• Plan for your retirement while you work with our contributory private pension scheme.
• We’re all about celebrating our success, so we have a profit-related bonus scheme.
• Our family-friendly policies include enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, and shared parental leave.
• Benefit from free Virtual GP access for you and your children – it allows you to speak to a doctor at a time and date that suits you.
• Big trip on the cards? Unlock extra leave with our buy more holiday scheme.
• Celebrate YOU! Enjoy an extra paid day off on your birthday each year.
• Do your bit for the environment and save money with our Cycle2Work scheme.
• Driving in? There’s free secure on-site parking available for your convenience.
• Grab a bite at our on-site subsidised canteen.
• We're proud to partner with the Retail Trust and Fashion & Textile Children's Trust
Please note – these benefits and perks are non-contractual and may be changed from time to time.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING (RESPONSIBILITIES)
• Lead Stock, Processing and Quality Control operations, delivering accuracy, availability, productivity and service targets.
• Own stock strategy, space and peak planning, budgets, forecasts and continuous improvement across the Distribution Centre.
• Ensure compliance with service levels, health and safety, bonded and customs warehousing requirements, and company standards.
• Use operational and financial data to improve efficiency, manage costs and resolve complex issues.
• Lead and develop the management team, setting clear KPIs and building an inclusive, high-performing culture.
• Build strong relationships across the business, Supply Chain and third-party partners, acting as the key contact for stock and processing.
• Lead and support transformation projects, including process improvements and operational layout design.

WHO YOU ARE (YOUR SKILLS/EXPERIEINCE)

You’ll be a commercially minded and inclusive senior leader who combines strategic thinking with hands-on logistics expertise. Data-driven and customer-focused, you’ll inspire high-performing teams, champion continuous improvement and build trusted relationships across the business.
• Proven senior management experience within a logistics or distribution environment, ideally leading Stock, Processing or Quality Control functions.
• Strong knowledge of warehouse management systems, material flow, operational planning and peak delivery.
• Commercially aware, with experience of budget management, financial performance and KPI delivery.
• Highly analytical, using accurate data and insight to make informed decisions and solve complex problems.
• An engaging and adaptable leader who coaches, empowers and develops high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, influencing and relationship-building skills with internal and external partners.
• A proactive advocate for change, inclusion and continuous improvement, with LEAN experience desirable.
• Well organised and resilient, with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise effectively.


Why New Look?

We care about you and the planet and believe fashion should be a force for positive change. We celebrate inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We’re proud of our inclusive culture and our talented team members who embrace our shared purpose, behaviours and values.

We prioritise development, offering training to support your progression, so you can be your absolute best and achieve your goals.

We pride ourselves on being a flexible employer, our colleagues work a range of patterns. If you have a specific pattern in mind, we're keen to discuss this with you in line with the output needed for the role.

Please ensure that your CV is in simple format e.g. Microsoft Word when applying using your CV to ensure smooth application process