Our client, a leading wholesale business is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Purchasing and Inventory Analyst to join their purchasing team. This role is integral to supporting procurement by delivering actionable insights and ensuring data-driven decision-making within a fast-paced and ambitious organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
* Track and evaluate supplier performance, including purchase volumes, delivery timelines, and cost trends.
* Provide actionable insights to enhance supplier negotiations and streamline procurement processes.
* Monitor market price fluctuations and recommend strategies for bulk purchasing or cost optimisation.
* Analyse slow-moving stock and propose liquidation or utilisation strategies.
* Generate reports on aged stock and recommend promotional or discount approaches.
* Analyse historical sales data to forecast demand and guide purchasing decisions.
* Assess margins by comparing purchasing costs with selling prices and highlight opportunities to improve margins.
* Assist in warehouse selection for supplier orders based on efficiency and demand.
Job Requirements:
* Experience in procurement analysis or supply chain analysis.
* Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
* Advanced Excel skills for creating dashboards and dynamic analysis tools.
* Experience with ERP systems such as SAGE for procurement and inventory analysis.
* Proficiency in data visualisation tools like Power BI or Tableau.
* Proven track record of delivering measurable results through data-driven recommendations.
* Strong problem-solving ability with a focus on actionable insights.
* Collaborative mindset to work effectively with the purchasing team.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary
* Opportunity to work with a growing and ambitious wholesale company
* Professional development and training opportunities
* Supportive and collaborative work environment
* Employee benefits package
If you are passionate about procurement and supply chain analysis and are looking to play a pivotal role within a dynamic and growing team, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dedicated purchasing team.
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