SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYST

Supply Chain Analyst Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum (D.O.E) Location: Poole, Dorset Hours: Monday – Thursday 8.00am – 5.00pm, Friday 8.00am – 4.00pm Contract: Full Time, Permanent Our client pioneers inventive products crafted for enduring quality. They seek an Inventory/Supply Chain Analyst to assist the team in daily tasks to ensure all admin and stock ordering processes are maintained. Main Responsibilities: * Inventory Management: Manage product availability and stock levels to meet customer fulfilment targets while minimising excess inventory. * Stakeholder Collaboration: Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including working closely with key customers to support sales performance. * Global Liaison: Communicate with the Far East office and suppliers to expedite or defer stock as needed to ensure timely replenishment. * Forecasting: Conduct monthly forecasting of key lines based on expected customer requirements. * Range Management: Manage the range change process, ensuring new products arrive for planned launches while efficiently exiting old stock. * Event Planning: Plan for promotional events to optimise sales while maintaining efficient stock levels. * Performance Review: Regularly review divisional performance to identify excess stock and work with Account Managers on exit solutions. * Customer Service: Consistently deliver outstanding customer service through strong and effective communication. * Ad-hoc Support: Assist the wider supply team with additional tasks as required. Skills/Experience Required: * Forecasting Expertise: Previous experience in forecasting is essential for this role. * Advanced IT Skills: Excellent IT skills are required, with the ability to work with pivot tables and lookups being a minimum requirement. * Prioritisation: Proven ability to work to tight deadlines and prioritising a heavy workload. * Industry Background: Previous supply chain experience in a fast-moving environment with a multiple SKU count is preferred. * Proactive Mindset: A problem-solving approach and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities. Benefits: In return for your commitment, our client offers: * Great team culture within a supportive, stable, and progressive business. * Competitive holiday allowance. * Pension scheme. * Free on-site parking. * External benefits and reward scheme. * Generous staff discount