Inventory Analyst

Vertical Advantage; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global FMCG brand is seeking an Inventory Analyst to join their Operations team in London. This hybrid role requires strong analytical skills and proficiency in PowerBI to support inventory management and reporting. You will aid in daily inventory oversight, ensure smooth stock flow, and contribute to process improvements. The position offers 30 days holiday plus additional benefits in a dynamic work environment, ideal for candidates eager to grow within supply chain operations.

Benefits

30 days holiday + Birthday Off

5 Volunteer Days

Competitive pension scheme

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Experience in Supply Chain: Inventory, Reporting, Planning, or Analytics.
• Strong analytical skills with confidence using Excel and reporting tools.
• Experience using systems like SAP, Anaplan, or ERP tools.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day inventory management activities.
• Assist in producing reports and dashboards.
• Help maintain accurate data across systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Excel proficiency

PowerBI skills

Problem-solving attitude

Tools

SAP

Anaplan

Reporting tools

Job description

Inventory Analyst

Location : London (3 days per week in-office)

Salary : £35,000 - £40,000

Setup : Hybrid (3-days in-office / 2-days work-from-home)

Vertical Advantage is partnered with a global FMCG brand with a fun, dynamic and growth-driven culture. As the business continues to expand across EMEA, they are looking for an Inventory & Reporting Analyst to join the Operations team.

This role is ideal for someone analytical, organised and eager to grow within supply chain. You will support day-to-day inventory oversight, help provide clear reporting to the wider team, and assist in improving processes across the operation. Working closely with planning, supply chain and commercial teams, you’ll play an important part in keeping the business running smoothly and efficiently.

It’s a great opportunity to join an ambitious company, gain exposure to global operations and develop your career in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day inventory management activities and help ensure stock flows smoothly across the network.
• Assist with producing regular reports and dashboards to provide visibility on performance and support decision‑making.
• Help maintain accurate data across systems and support general supply‑chain administration.
• Work with different teams to understand changes, solve problems and keep processes running effectively.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements, reporting enhancements and operational projects as the business grows.

Experience

• Experience in Supply Chain: Inventory, Reporting, Planning, or Analytics (FMCG experience helpful but not essential).
• Strong analytical skills with confidence using Excel and / or reporting tools.
• Comfortable working with data, spotting trends and supporting teams with clear insights.
• Experience using systems such as SAP, Anaplan or other planning / ERP tools.
• Strong PowerBI skills (must be able to create dashboards from scratch and must have done so in a working capacity).

About You

• Analytical, organised and detail‑oriented.
• Proactive and solutions‑focused, with a willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment.
• Strong communicator who enjoys collaborating across teams.

Benefits

• 30 days holiday + Birthday Off
• 5 Volunteer Days
• Competitive pension scheme
• Flexible hours