Are you analytical, organised, and confident working with numbers, data, and stock? Do you enjoy turning sales trends and supply chain data into clear purchasing decisions?
An established and highly regarded UK manufacturer within the engineering sector is looking to recruit a Supply Chain Analyst to join their growing Purchasing team.
This is a hands-on analytical role where you will play a key part in ensuring product availability by analysing sales history, managing stock levels, and placing purchase orders with overseas suppliers.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyse sales history, demand trends and stock levels to determine purchasing requirements
- Raise and manage purchase orders with overseas suppliers
- Monitor the supply pipeline from order placement through to delivery
- Maintain accurate supply chain and stock data within the ERP system
- Track and report on key supply chain KPIs including stock availability, OTIF and excess stock
- Proactively identify risks around shortages, delays or excess stock
- Support the sales team with stock analysis, reporting and expedite requests
- Communicate regularly with suppliers regarding lead times, shipments and documentation
About You
- Previous experience within a supply chain, purchasing or materials planning role
- Strong analytical skills with confidence working with numbers, data and stock management
- Good Excel skills and experience using ERP or MRP systems
- High attention to detail with strong organisational skills
- Able to prioritise in a fast-moving environment
- Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with overseas suppliers
- Proactive problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset
Why Apply?
- Join a respected and established manufacturing business
- Play a key role influencing stock availability and supply performance
- Varied and analytical role combining data, purchasing and supplier management
- Supportive team environment with opportunities for development
- Working hours are 8am-5pm Monday-Thursday, and early finish on a Friday!
If you would like to know more about this amazing opportunity, please contact Gemma at Adecco today!
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