Mawdsleys
Inventory & Supply Manager
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Inventory and Supply Manager
Location: Salford (Hybrid Working Available)
Contract: Full-time | Permanent
About Mawdsleys
At Mawdsleys, we're a leading pharmaceutical service provider and the UK's largest independent pharmaceutical wholesaler. With over 200 years of heritage, we play a vital role in ensuring medicines reach healthcare providers and patients safely, efficiently and reliably.
We're proud to have recently been recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2026—an achievement based on feedback from our colleagues that reflects our commitment to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported and empowered to grow.
We're now looking for an experienced Inventory & Supply Manager to join our Hospital Division Procurement team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead our Hospital Distribution Buying Team, influence inventory strategy and help shape the continued growth of one of the UK's most respected pharmaceutical businesses.
The Role
As our Inventory & Supply Manager, you'll lead the Hospital Distribution Buying Team, ensuring the right balance between product availability, customer service, working capital and supply risk. You'll play a key role in developing inventory strategies, driving operational performance and building strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Working closely with Commercial, Client Relationship Managers and the wider Procurement team, you'll help ensure we continue to deliver exceptional service to our customers while supporting the growth of the Hospital Division.
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Roles & Responsibilities
As our Inventory & Supply Manager, you will:
- Lead, coach and develop the Hospital Distribution Buying Team, creating a high-performing and collaborative culture.
- Manage inventory levels to maximise product availability while balancing working capital and supply risk.
- Monitor performance using KPIs and reporting, identifying opportunities to improve stock availability and operational efficiency.
- Build strong relationships with pharmaceutical suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver excellent customer service.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across inventory management, procurement processes and ways of working.
- Work closely with Commercial and Client Relationship Managers to ensure customer requirements are met.
- Support the ongoing development of the Hospital Procurement function through innovation, collaboration and best practice.
What we're looking for from you
We're looking for an experienced procurement or supply chain professional with excellent leadership skills and a passion for continuous improvement.
You'll have:
- Experience in pharmaceutical procurement, inventory management or supply chain leadership.
- Proven experience leading, developing and motivating successful teams.
- Strong commercial awareness with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience using KPIs and data analysis to drive operational performance.
- Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience using ERP systems.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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It would be great if you also have:
- Experience using Power BI.
- Experience using NetSuite.
- Experience delivering process improvements or business change initiatives.
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical wholesale, hospital procurement or supply chain operations.
What we offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Hybrid working.
- Health Cash Plan with Westfield Health.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Annual leave loyalty days scheme.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Retail discount scheme.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Opportunities for career progression within a growing business.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At Mawdsleys, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
Why join Mawdsleys?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Hospital Division at a pivotal time in its development. As Inventory & Supply Manager, you'll have the opportunity to influence strategy, lead a talented team and play a key role in ensuring the efficient supply of medicines to healthcare providers across the UK.
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