Supply Chain Analyst

Our client is currently seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to join their Leicester team on a 12-month contract. The role will be fully office based for the first 2 months, after this duration a flexible hybrid working arrangement will be available.

ROLE

• Join our dynamic Supply Chain Team as a proactive, organised, and adaptable professional, reporting directly to the Materials Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in managing and improving inventory operations at our Leicester site.
• In this position, you’ll take ownership of day-to-day inventory management and reporting while collaborating with cross-functional teams across the site. Your work will directly contribute to optimising inventory levels ensuring we consistently meet customer demand while achieving key monthly performance targets. This role offers the chance to make a visible impact, drive improvements, and be part of a team that values efficiency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the Supply Chain Leader to oversee daily inventory management, ensuring stock levels, stock-turn targets, and days-on-hand are optimised to effectively support customer needs.
• Lead inventory reporting for the site and wider business reporting to BU Leadership
• Improve inventory accuracy across WIP and shop floor stock by managing weekly cycle counts, ensuring targets are achieved and variances are thoroughly investigated.
• Manage the company-wide material obsolescence and disposal process.
• Partner with the Finance Manager and Supply Chain Leader to develop realistic demand and supply plans through proactive engagement in commercial processes.
• Independently drive projects aimed at reducing and optimising inventory to meet monthly targets.
• Lead site-wide stock takes, preparing and distributing count sheets to the team, coordinating resources, and ensuring all counts are completed accurately within set deadlines.
• Collaborate with global inventory teams to share best practices and optimise inventory across sites.
• Conduct root cause analysis of issues and implement sustainable process improvements.
• Enhance and automate inventory reporting processes where possible.

REQUIREMENTS

• Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, including raw materials, production, and logistics.
• Analytical mindset with excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ideally a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, with exposure to Lean manufacturing principles.
• Familiarity with manufacturing planning, cycle counting, and obsolescence processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience with SAP is an advantage.