Inventory Analyst

TN United Kingdom; Ulverston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Cumbria is seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Analyst to enhance their inventory management processes. This role involves analyzing demand forecasts, collaborating with supply chain and sales teams, and optimizing inventory efficiency. The company values a supportive and inclusive culture, offering opportunities for career development and impressive benefits such as private medical insurance and generous leave. If you possess strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a successful team in a thriving environment.

Benefits

Flexibility on working hours

33 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Critical illness cover

Life cover 4 x salary

Health cash plan

Generous discount schemes

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and advanced IT skills including Excel.
• Knowledge of demand forecasting and planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory based on demand forecasts and analyze inventory data.
• Create and maintain forecast models incorporating BI information.
• Liaise with supply chain and sales teams to optimize inventory efficiency.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Advanced IT Skills

Excel

Demand Forecasting

Report Writing

Presentation Skills

Commercial Acumen

Tools

Demand Forecasting Tools

Job description

A well-known brand in Cumbria is looking to appoint a new Inventory Analyst to join their growing team. This role is based on-site at their Cumbrian manufacturing facility and is part of a large and successful PLC.

The business prides itself on achieving impressive staff retention levels through an inclusive and friendly working culture, along with providing opportunities for career development at all levels.

This opportunity is ideal for a data-driven individual with an analytical mindset. The role involves stakeholder interaction, including liaison with supply chain, warehouse, and sales teams, to build and maintain strong relationships that support the business and optimize inventory efficiency.

Key Benefits/Rewards on Offer:

• Flexibility on working hours
• 33 days annual leave entitlement
• Family cover private medical insurance and critical illness cover
• Life cover 4 x salary
• Health cash plan
• Generous discount schemes
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking

Your New Role as Inventory Analyst:

• Managing inventory based on demand forecasts, analyzing inventory data, and ensuring the right products are available for customers
• Creating and maintaining forecast models, incorporating BI and forecast information from internal departments
• Reviewing historical sales trends, researching demand drivers, preparing forecast data, and evaluating forecasting results
• Reconciling internal activities to identify discrepancies and refining models accordingly
• Ensuring a steady supply of products to meet customer demand, liaising with relevant third parties as needed
• Providing input to supply planning and developing inventory strategies for existing items, new products, and discontinuations

Experience & Qualifications Required:

The successful candidate should have strong analytical skills, advanced IT skills including Excel, and knowledge of demand forecasting and planning tools. Excellent report writing and presentation skills are essential, along with the ability to interpret data and communicate insights effectively. A forward-thinking approach, good commercial acumen, and a commitment to continuous improvement are also required to support ongoing business growth.

This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Holland at Kenton Black Finance.

Kenton Black Finance operates across the UK as a market-leading recruitment partner, specializing in finance talent acquisition for both permanent and interim roles. Our team of dedicated experts, each with extensive experience in finance, maintains a proven track record and has established partnerships with businesses of all sizes. We provide recruitment solutions from entry-level finance roles to directorship positions, operating from offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham, and Glasgow. Kenton Black Finance remains a dynamic and effective partner, attracting top finance talent across the UK.