Supply Chain Analyst
Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum (D.O.E)
Location: Poole, Dorset
Hours: Monday – Thursday 8.00am – 5.00pm, Friday 8.00am – 4.00pm
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Our client pioneers inventive products crafted for enduring quality. They seek an Inventory/Supply Chain Analyst to assist the team in daily tasks to ensure all admin and stock ordering processes are maintained.
Main Responsibilities:
*Inventory Management: Manage product availability and stock levels to meet customer fulfilment targets while minimising excess inventory.
*Stakeholder Collaboration: Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including working closely with key customers to support sales performance.
*Global Liaison: Communicate with the Far East office and suppliers to expedite or defer stock as needed to ensure timely replenishment.
*Forecasting: Conduct monthly forecasting of key lines based on expected customer requirements.
*Range Management: Manage the range change process, ensuring new products arrive for planned launches while efficiently exiting old stock.
*Event Planning: Plan for promotional events to optimise sales while maintaining efficient stock levels.
*Performance Review: Regularly review divisional performance to identify excess stock and work with Account Managers on exit solutions.
*Customer Service: Consistently deliver outstanding customer service through strong and effective communication.
*Ad-hoc Support: Assist the wider supply team with additional tasks as required.
Skills/Experience Required:
*Forecasting Expertise: Previous experience in forecasting is essential for this role.
*Advanced IT Skills: Excellent IT skills are required, with the ability to work with pivot tables and lookups being a minimum requirement.
*Prioritisation: Proven ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritising a heavy workload.
*Industry Background: Previous supply chain experience in a fast-moving environment with a multiple SKU count is preferred.
*Proactive Mindset: A problem-solving approach and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
Benefits:
In return for your commitment, our client offers:
*Great team culture within a supportive, stable, and progressive business.
*Competitive holiday allowance.
*Pension scheme.
*Free on-site parking.
*External benefits and reward scheme.
*Generous staff discount.