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Purchasing and Inventory Specialist

Barclay Meade
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Slough, Berkshire SL11XY, England

Salary

£35,000 - £45,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Our client, a leading wholesale business, is seeking a Purchasing and Inventory Analyst with a competitive salary and requires 2-5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain analysis.
  • The role involves tracking supplier performance, providing insights for negotiations, and monitoring market price fluctuations.
  • Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field, along with advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems like SAGE.
  • Proficiency in data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau is also essential, along with a proven track record of delivering results through data-driven recommendations.
  • This position offers opportunities for professional development in a collaborative work environment within a growing wholesale company.


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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