Stock and Pricing Analyst in Hartlepool

Baltic Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Permanent Stock and Pricing Analyst to work for a highly reputable client based in Hartlepool. Reporting to the Regional Supply Chain Manager, the role entails taking the current stock & contract position against market price to evaluate the potential risk and opportunities. Fully funded study support will be offered after successful completion of Probationary Period.

Main Duties & Responsibilities:

• Stock Reconciliations for multiple locations
• Preparatory work for ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001 audits
• Month End processes reconcile stock lines against ledger postings
• Make commercial recommendations regarding pricing based on information available
• Coordinate fuel supply from terminals and refineries to depots and end customers utilising all contract and spot purchase options to maximise savings
• Work closely with transport teams and third party hauliers to manage delivery schedules and resolve logistic issues
• Producing Management Information reports as required
• Provide cover for Billing Specialist role as and when required
• Manage pricing sheets including monitoring orders placed against available stock
• Risk Management - Identify potential risks and opportunities within the stock position. Produce a reporting mechanism and ensure risks are mitigated and opportunities maximised by forward buying, hedging and discounting or adding to purchase price
• Contract Management - Ensure supply contracts are being utilised in line with contract terms and variances are identified and reported to senior management
• Stock reconciliations - Reconciling book to physical stock daily and problem solve when they do not match
• Procurement - Ensure all buying is done economically by managing contracts and spot opportunities efficiently
• Supplier Relationship Management - Develop a mutually beneficial relationship with supply partners through regular communication and optimizing processes to ensure suppliers meet performance, quality and cost standards
• PL Reconciliation - Deal with Purchase Ledger queries ensure ledger is clean and all accruals and pre payments are recorded for the management accounts
• Internal checking/auditing - Periodically check supplier documentation ensure approved supplier's lists are maintained in accordance with ISO standards
• ISO 9001/14001/45001 - Ensure company is fully compliant with IS0 9001/14001/45001 standards, perform internal audits and manage external audit

Applicants Personal Qualities:

• High level of numeracy accuracy, high level of detail, ability to work in fast paced environment and prioritise work-load accordingly, adaptability, self-motivation, problem solving
• Highly numerate & analytical able to evaluate costs
• Commercially minded ability to think on their feet and propose multiple solutions to problems and pivot depending on the situation
• Phlegmatic ability to remain calm in a pressurised environment
• Negotiation skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills

Qualifications & Experience:

• CIPS Level 3 or above/AAT level 4 or above or equivalent professional qualification is desirable
• Experience in a supply/stock management role is preferable but not essential

Company Benefits:

• Salary is £30,000
• 25 Days Holiday + Statutory Bank Holidays
• Fully funded Study Support offered after successful completion of Probationary Period
• Working Monday to Friday, 8.30am until 5.30pm (1 hour for lunch).