We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join our highly committed Healthcare team as our new Supply Chain Analyst. This role offers the opportunity for a hybrid working pattern (3 days remote subject to business requirements) and is based at our Grange Park 3 site (NN4 5FB).
As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for analysing data and processes across the customer supply chain, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective delivery of products or services. You will also be responsible for identifying areas for improvement, developing solutions, and collaborating with stakeholders to implement changes.
This a full-time, permanent position offering a salary of £38,000 to £42,000 per annum (DOE) with £5,000 car allowance per annum.
The shift pattern is predominantly a Monday – Friday working 09:00-17:00 (some flexibility may be required subject to business requirements).
The benefits:
• Salary of £38,000 - £42,000 (DOE) per annum
• £5,000 car allowance
• Individual health cover
• Free Eye Test *
• 25 days’ holiday (excluding bank holidays) and 5 days of Volunteer Leave per year
• Opportunity for Unpaid Leave
• Up to 10 days international remote working*
• Critical Illness Cover
• MyStrength Wellbeing App
• Free online Fitness Platform, i.e. Pilates & Yoga, Mindfulness/Meditation, 24/7 support, advice, diet and Nutrition
• On-Site Mental Health First Aiders
• Employee benefits, i.e. Free eye test*, up to 25% off gym membership, high street vouchers
• Free access to 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, Life Events Counselling, Care Concierge Service
• Tailored development and career opportunities
• Karo Health
• Health Cash Plan
Key responsibilities:
• Analyse business requirements and deliver accurate and effective reporting and insights to drive business decisions.
• Support internal & external stakeholders to identify reporting needs and requirements. Review ongoing data requests, assess the priorities and communicate the status with all relevant stakeholders.
• Identify, analyse and interpret trends and patterns in supply chain data to pinpoint areas for improvement.
• Provide regular reports and analysis to different management or leadership teams.
• Produce a range of standard and non-standard statistical and data analysis reports to support the business unit needs.
• Produce performance dashboards and reports to aid visualisation and support the business unit needs.
• Utilise data insights to help identify, develop and implement supply chain initiatives to optimise efficiency and reduce costs.
• Utilise data insights to Identify and implement solutions to address supply chain issues, such as inventory management problems, sourcing issues, or logistics bottlenecks.
• Ensure that all communications are effectively managed and shared with the team as appropriate.
• Produce reports and charts communicating trends within data to non-specialists.
• Effectively communicate with stakeholders and meet on regular basis to provide updates.
• Monitor and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to supply chain performance.
• Stay up to date on industry trends and best practices in supply chain management, recommending and implementing as appropriate to ensure we remain current with new technology.
• Research and evaluate potential suppliers and vendors.
• Supporting the roll out digital technology solutions for back-office functions
Key Requirements:
• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field is desirable.
• Proven experience in a similar role; within supply chain management/logistics experience is desirable but not essential.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complicated data to all relevant stakeholders in an effective manner.
• Proven experience and proficiency in using integration tools and data analysis tools and software (e.g., advanced Excel, Power BI, SAP).
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Good understanding the principles of the data life cycle and the steps involved in conducting routine data analysis tasks.
• Enthusiastic and self-aware, adapting style to the situation with excellent inter-personal skills – able to build a rapport at any level.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while at ease effectively working pressure to tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of supply chain management/logistics principles and best practices.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
Yusen Logistics is an equal opportunities employer, who encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of their personal circumstances. We make our recruiting decisions solely based on the skillset and experience. Diversity allows us to create an inclusive environment, where our employees can strive and grow their potential.