Supply Chain Analyst
Salary: GBP27,000 - GBP30,000 per annum
Location: Poole, Dorset
Hours: Monday Thursday 9.00am 5.00pm, Friday 9.00am 4.00pm
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Our client pioneers inventive products crafted for enduring quality. They seek an Inventory/Supply Chain Analyst to work in their National Accounts team to ensure that the stock levels are optimised for each customer.
Main Responsibilities:
* Ownership of full product lifecycle including range launch, promotions, and stock exit.
* Stock optimisation using Slim4 forecasting software, whilst staying within budget restraints.
* Monitor lead times, buffer stocks and MOQs, amending where necessary.
* Plan and schedule product availability.
* Analyse data from different sources (Slim4/Web portals/Excel), using quantitative methods.
* Prepare forecasts to incorporate seasonality with a monthly review of all SKUs
* Place orders as required to the factory base.
* Monitoring supplier orderbooks to ensure orders meet OTIF.
* Communicating with Far East Suppliers to plan product availability.
* Communicating with our Far East office to help expedite & defer orders.
* Be the first point of contact for customers including resolution of stock issues.
* Assist in planning for new range changes and exit, seasonal stock inputs and monitoring resolution of any customer service issues.
* Liaise effectively with all appropriate departments to ensure our customers requirements are known and met.
To be successful as an Inventory / Supply Chain Analyst, you need to have the following skills/experience:
* Analysing data to a high level of accuracy
* Good IT skills in MS Excel / Outlook / Word
* 3-5 years in a Supply Chain environment
* Strong prioritisation skills and able to keep tight deadlines.
* Must be a positive team player but also confident working autonomously.
In return for your hard work and commitment, our client offers great benefits, including:
* Great team culture, within a supportive, stable and progressive business.
* Competitive holiday allowance.
* Pension scheme.
* Free parking.
* External benefits and reward scheme.
* Generous staff discount.
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