Inventory Analyst responsible for stock availability and intake processes in the supply chain. Collaborating with planners and logistics to optimize inventory across warehouses and channels.
Responsibilities
Assist with the efficient and timely intake of stock into the business
Liaise with the Logistics Planner to understand flow of inbound stock
Work with third-party logistics providers to ensure efficient receipt of stock
Proactively identify and resolve issues or discrepancies within the supply chain process with internal stakeholders, or warehouses
Assist Merchandise Planning team in the buy process by ensuring all new purchase orders are placed into SAP within agreed timeframes
Manage best use of stock across channels
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data insights that drive proactive supply decisions
Optimise inventory between warehouses & channels (B2B, Ecom) to maximise sales opportunities & align with business requirements
Regular review & maintenance of consignment fill up orders to support Events & Marketplace
Maintenance of ECM reservation table in SAP with input from Merchandise Planners
Work with Planners to review stock transfer opportunities and load into SAP as appropriate
Accountable for creation of regular reporting related to stock & intake
Proactively report and communicate product availability issues, delays, and opportunities to keep everyone well informed
Create regular reports to provide valuable insights to the business on weekly intake, new season launch trackers, and Event stock availability
Maintain regular reports to inform on KPI metrics – i.e. availability & stock
Produce bi-weekly EOL reporting to facilitate AMs with clearance of aged stock
Contribute to ad-hoc reporting needs as required
Serve as a first point of contact for queries related to stock, inventory position, and flow of goods
Develop strong relationships with Customer Service, Operations, Finance, and the International Team to ensure smooth operations
Progress own development, maximising on the job training opportunities to understand the end-to-end product process
Requirements
Experience in a supply chain, planning, or merchandising environment is an advantage, although not essential
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and optimise stock placement while improving key performance metrics
Experience manipulating and interpreting large data sets in Excel
Strong attention to detail, able to spot discrepancies & resolve effectively
Prior experience of SAP preferable
Proven ability to multi-task and prioritise
Exceptional organisational and time management skills
Pro-active self-starter, capable of managing own workload
Excellent teamwork & collaboration skills
Clear & articulate communicator
Numerate and commercial
Experience in wholesale, retail or ecommerce advantageous
Minimum A level or equivalent
Benefits
Private Medical Insurance
Life Assurance
Critical Illness Cover
Employee Assistance Programme
Health & Wellbeing Points Scheme
Cycle to Work Scheme
Company Bonus Scheme
Employee Purchase Scheme
Holiday Purchase Scheme
Employee Referral Programme
Birthday day off
Bring your dog to work scheme
Employee Volunteering policy
Working from a different location policy
Free onsite Parking including 2 electric charging points
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