Independent Builders Merchants Group (IBMG) is one of the UK’s leading building materials merchant groups, bringing together well‑established local merchant brands with branches across the South of England and beyond. With customer service at the forefront, IBMG supplies building materials, timber, plumbing and heating, roofing, and specialist products to trade professionals and customers.
IBMG combines the local knowledge and customer focus of independent merchants with the scale, support, and buying power of a national group. Supported by dedicated head office teams, IBMG invests in its people and offers a dynamic working environment with opportunities to learn, progress, and build a long‑term career.
The Role
Key Responsibilities
- Raise and manage purchase orders in line with stock targets.
- Maintain and optimise Kerridge purchasing parameters, including forecasts, MIN/MAX levels and lead times.
- Place manual orders where required to maintain stock availability.
- Work closely with branches, Category Managers, and suppliers to support preferred product ranges.
- Monitor and manage slow-moving and excess stock through redistribution, returns, or promotional activity.
- Support effective stock control processes to maximise availability and minimise costs.
Requirements
- Proven experience in supply chain, purchasing, stock control, or inventory management within a complex supply chain, retail environment, or multi-site distribution business.
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Strong understanding of inventory management principles and supply chain processes, with a track record of improving stock availability while reducing working capital.
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Experience building effective relationships and influencing stakeholders to achieve shared business objectives.
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Excellent analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret data and implement effective stock management actions.
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Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and inventory management systems. Experience with Kerridge, eCommerce platforms, ePOS systems, and BI reporting tools would be advantageous.
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Experience supporting supplier performance management and stock optimisation initiatives.
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Strong communication and organisational skills with a collaborative approach to teamwork.
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Commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety.
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Professional, customer-focused approach with a positive and proactive attitude.
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Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities effectively.
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Pension scheme
- Paid holidays
- Staff discount on building materials
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Perks Membership discounts at major retailers
- Career development and training opportunities
- Supportive team environment
- Branded uniform
If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your career with a leading builders' merchant, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join IBMG.
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