Inventory Analyst in Hartburn, Stockton-on-Tees

Inventory Analyst Stockton-on-Tees TS18 (working full time onsite) Initial 24 month contract - likely to extend for the right person 37 hours Monday to Friday: 08:00 - 16:00, Flexible Start/Finish Times Up to £17.55ph PAYE DOE + holiday and pension contribution OR Umbrella hourly rates up to £23.82 We’re looking for an experienced Inventory Analyst to join a busy supply chain and planning team. This is an exciting opportunity to join the business at a time of significant transformation, as the site moves away from legacy and manual processes towards a new SAP-based planning environment. You’ll play an important part in maintaining day-to-day planning activities while also helping to improve processes and support the wider transformation of the planning function. What will you be doing? * Supporting inventory, materials and supply chain planning activities * Managing planning data and maintaining accurate information within ERP systems * Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure materials and requirements are effectively managed * Proactively challenging suppliers, following up actions and helping resolve supply issues * Monitoring lead times and identifying opportunities for improvement * Supporting improvements across cost, quality and service * Producing and analysing reports to support planning and operational decisions * Helping improve existing processes as the site transitions to SAP * Identifying problems, driving actions and supporting continuous improvement across the planning function What are we looking for? * Previous experience within inventory, materials, supply chain or production planning * Around 2 years or more planning experience * Experience managing suppliers and stakeholders, with the confidence to challenge and drive actions * Experience working with ERP systems, with SAP experience particularly beneficial * A good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel * Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail * The ability to work independently and manage changing priorities * A proactive and curious approach, with the confidence to challenge existing processes and suggest improvements If you’re interested, please apply now with an up-to-date copy of your CV that clearly shows your relevant experience; suitably qualified candidates will be contacted immediately. The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates