Purchasing & Supply Chain Analyst in London

About Charlotte Tilbury Beauty

Founded in 2013 by world‐renowned makeup artist and beauty entrepreneur Charlotte Tilbury CBE, Charlotte Tilbury Beauty has transformed the global beauty industry with one mission: to empower everyone, everywhere to look and feel like the most confident version of themselves. Today, we're a global beauty phenomenon, scaling at record speed across 50+ markets with over 3,000 Dream Team members bringing the Tilbury magic to life every single day.

About the role

The Supply Chain Profit Protection Analyst plays a critical role in protecting company assets, inventory, profitability, and brand reputation across the end-to-end supply chain. The role is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with inventory management, logistics operations, distribution, transportation, third-party service providers, and operational processes.

As a Supply Chain Profit Protection Analyst you will:

• Supply Chain Risk Management
  • Identify, assess, and monitor risks across 3PLs, transportation networks, inventory management activities, and third-party contract manufacturing.
  • Support the development and implementation of supply chain profit protection and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Conduct risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and recommend practical control improvements.
• Inventory Integrity & Loss Prevention
  • Analyse inventory discrepancies, stock losses, damages, shrinkage trends, and operational exceptions across the supply chain.
  • Support cycle count and stocktake programmes, ensuring audit compliance, accurate reporting and timely resolution of findings.
  • Monitor inventory movements and transactional data to identify unusual activity and emerging risks.
  • Partner with Inventory Control teams to improve inventory accuracy and strengthen stock management processes.
• Internal Controls & External Audit
  • Support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of supply chain profit protection controls.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Conduct compliance testing to ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and governance requirements.
  • Coordinate and support internal and external audit activities relating to inventory management, logistics operations, asset protection, and supply chain risk.
  • Track audit findings, monitor remediation plans, and ensure agreed actions are completed within required timeframes.
• Data Analytics & Reporting
  • Identify trends, anomalies, and emerging risks through data analysis and make recommendations for corrective action.
  • Present findings, insights, and recommendations to stakeholders and senior management.
  • Support business decision-making through the provision of meaningful risk and performance analysis.
• Continuous Improvement & Compliance
  • Monitor compliance with company policies, operational standards, and security requirements.
  • Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and operational efficiencies.
  • Support projects and initiatives designed to strengthen supply chain resilience and reduce losses.
  • Promote a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement across the business.
• Stakeholder Management
  • Provide guidance and subject matter expertise on profit protection, controls, inventory integrity, and supply chain risk management.
  • Support training and awareness initiatives to enhance compliance and control effectiveness.
  • Work collaboratively with 3PL providers and external partners to maintain agreed standards and controls.

About you

• Experience in Profit Protection, Loss Prevention, Supply Chain Risk, Internal Controls, Audit, Inventory Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• Experience conducting investigations into stock loss, inventory discrepancies, fraud, theft, or operational incidents.
• Experience supporting internal and external audit programmes and managing the completion of audit actions.
• Experience analysing operational, financial, or inventory data to identify risks and improve performance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and identify actionable insights.
• Strong understanding of risk management principles and internal controls.
• Ability to assess control effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, and data analysis techniques.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information clearly and effectively.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of ERP and supply chain systems.

Charlotte Tilbury is a fast‐paced, dynamic and ever‐evolving environment where agility, ambition and a passion for excellence help our teams thrive. We're a hybrid model with flexibility, allowing you to work how best suits you. 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) with an additional day to celebrate your birthday. Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents and carers throughout their parenting and caring journey. Financial security and planning with our pension and life assurance for all. Wellness and social benefits including Medicash, Employee Assist Programs and regular social connects with colleagues. Bring your furry friend to work with you on our allocated dog friendly days and spaces. And not to forget our generous product discount and gifting!

A workforce that reflects the world around us helps us better serve our communities, our customers, our colleagues, and every candidate who takes part in our recruitment process.