Inventory Manager

Job Purpose

Lawson Fuses is seeking an experienced Inventory Manager to lead and drive inventory optimization across sites and oversee the warehouse operation at the UK facility. The inventory manager will be accountable for the end‑to‑end inventory strategy, ensuring optimal stock availability at the lowest possible working‑capital cost. Reporting directly to the General Manager, the role plays a critical part in reducing overall stock levels, improving inventory turns, and strengthening planning discipline across the supply chain.

Incorporated in 1938, Lawson Fuses Limited (LFL) is an established British and global brand that operates in the fusegear market with a focus on design, development and manufacture of low voltage High Rupture Capacity (HRC) fuse-links and associated fuse holders. LFL’s products are ASTA certified and comply with IEC/BS/ENA standards and are accepted throughout the world. With manufacturing facilities based in UK and India, LFL’s global clientele is spread across several countries including UK, Middle East, Africa, India, Malaysia, Australia, South Korea and Hong Kong.

With ISO 17025 ASTA certified R&D lab and ASTA certified manufacturing plants, LFL is keen on safety, quality and speed of product delivery. From 2018, LFL is part of Lucy Group which is a diversified international group headquartered in Oxford, UK and operates in multiple sectors including Power Distribution, Smart Lighting, Fusegear and Real Estate. Lawson Fuses, under the banner of Lucy Group, is focusing on accelerated growth of its product line and subsequently the share of the market.

• Inventory Classification and Segmentation
• Demand Understanding and Inventory Planning
• Inventory Optimisation and Stock Reduction
• Replenishment & ERP control
• Warehouse Oversight (Enabler Role)
• Quality Control (Inventory Centric)
• Governance, Reporting and Cross Functional Working
• Team Management

Currently, warehouse team in UK consists of 1 team leader and 2 warehouse operatives. This role will also oversee inventory profile at our Indian site through support of local logistics team in India. The role will closely work with purchasing team in UK and India to optimise stock profile at both sites.

• Inventory Classification and Segmentation – Design, maintain and continuously improve inventory classification frameworks (ABC, RRS, Star Products). Segment SKUs based on demand behaviour, inventory turnover, value contribution and profitability. Ensure warehouse stock is aligned to the value it brings to the business, not just historical holdings. Work with ERP (e.g., Dynamics 365) to enhance multi‑dimensional item categorisation and reporting. Partner with sales and finance to ensure inventory policies reflect real demand and commercial reality.
• Demand Understanding & Inventory Planning – Translate demand signals into effective inventory strategies, recognising that understanding demand is core to inventory optimisation. Planning beyond simple historical averaging; incorporate:
  • Product lifecycle position (introduction, growth, maturity, decline)
  • Seasonality (UK storms, international weather impact)
  • Market trends and regional‑specific demand
  • Qualitative inputs (sales promotions, competitor activity, market events)
  Use demand insights to set realistic inventory coverage, safety stock and replenishment policies.
• Inventory Optimisation and Stock Reduction – Lead initiatives to reduce excess, slow‑moving and obsolete inventory, with clear, measurable outcomes. Own stock‑level control policies ensuring:
  • Right goods
  • Right quantities
  • Right timing
  Define differentiated service levels, safety stock rules and reorder parameters by SKU category. Balance service level targets with working capital, reducing over‑servicing of low‑demand items. Improve and monitor stock turnover ratios, ensuring fast movers are supported while low‑value stock is constrained. Lead regular inventory reviews with clear actions, owners and timelines.
• Replenishment & ERP Control – Ensure ERP‑driven replenishment logic is intelligent, realistic and aligned with demand planning. Refine reorder points, reorder dates, MOQs and lead times…