Stock Operations Manager - Fresh Produce

Stocks Operations Manager - Fresh Produce
Location: Kent, initially onsite Monday to Friday - after 6 months, 2 days hybrid flexibility
Salary: 40,000 + Guaranteed Bonus + Private HC
Type: Full-time, Permanent

We're working with a leading name in the fresh produce industry looking to appoint a Stocks Operations Manager to oversee key areas of stock, planning, and operational control across major retail accounts.

This is a hands-on, high-responsibility role where you'll be right at the heart of operations - keeping things running smoothly from planning through to packing and logistics.

What You'll Be Doing:
Handling purchase and sales order entry for key customers
Managing key trackers - stock movement, programme, and packing
Leading daily calls with the Global team to align on stock and orders
Booking transport in line with packing and dispatch schedules
Supporting packhouse planning and coordination
Processing invoices and account sales
Managing and communicating claims via ERP (Prophet)
Approving and forwarding debit notes to the accounts team
Participating in team meetings and contributing to planning

What We're Looking For:
Strong ERP knowledge - Prophet experience is a a requirement
Experience in fresh produce or a similarly fast-paced sector
Excellent organisational skills with high attention to detail
Good communicator and stakeholder manager
Calm under pressure and able to juggle multiple priorities

Package & Benefits:
Salary of up to 40,000
Guaranteed bonus of over 3,000
Private healthcare
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Flexibility to work 2 days from home after 6 months
Start-finish 9-5pm but can be flexible 30-60minutes either side

Why Join?
This is a great opportunity to join a market leader where your contribution will make a real impact. You'll be working with a collaborative and experienced team, with strong backing from senior leadership and a chance to grow within the business.