Senior Inventory Manager in Bristol

We're looking for a Senior Inventory Manager for a central government department based in Bristol on an initial 6 months rolling contract, paying from £750 per day (Inside IR35). There is an expectation to attend the office in Bristol three days a week. The successful Senior Inventory Manager will develop and maintain a spares model that supports demanding operational requirements across a complex defence inventory. You'll handle spares ranging and scaling to set optimal stock levels, review supplier estimates and Government Furnished Equipment plans, and manage the disposal of surplus or obsolete items. You'll also work closely with stakeholders to define requirements, set KPIs and identify cost savings across major contracts. You will need proven experience in the following: Inventory management and asset replacement management Building and maintaining spares models, including ranging and scaling Quartermaster or equivalent military logistics experience (MOD Level 3 equivalent) Defence inventory systems including BWIMS and MJDI Working independently and getting up to speed quickly on complex inventory You'll also need practical exposure to supply chain and contract assurance, including areas such as: Obsolescence planning and risk assessment Reviewing supplier performance against contract terms Inventory KPIs, forecasting and cost-saving analysis