Inventory Analyst | Frimley, Flexible Hours & Growth in Tech

Octagon Group; Frimley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave

Enhanced parental pay

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Electric car scheme

Job summary

Octagon Group in Frimley, Surrey is seeking an Inventory Analyst to improve stock accuracy and visibility across multiple locations within a technology and engineering environment.

You will analyse stock data, investigate discrepancies and support Stores, Purchasing and cycle counting to enhance supply chain performance and stock control. Relevant experience in inventory or data analysis is preferred, with strong Excel and ERP/MRP skills.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an inventory, stock control, supply chain or data analysis role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good Excel skills and experience working with ERP/MRP systems.
• Understanding of stock control principles, including FIFO, cycle counting and stock traceability.
• Experience investigating stock discrepancies and improving inventory accuracy.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring stock accuracy, inventory levels and discrepancies across multiple locations.
• Investigating stock variances and carrying out root cause analysis.
• Maintaining accurate inventory records within ERP/MRP systems.
• Supporting and improving cycle counting processes.
• Working closely with Stores teams to improve stock control and material handling.
• Monitoring stock levels to prevent shortages and excess inventory.
• Supporting Purchasing with accurate stock data, usage reports and order planning.
• Identifying slow-moving, obsolete and excess stock.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel skills

ERP/MRP systems

Data analysis

Stock control principles

Cycle counting

Stock traceability

Attention to detail

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Octagon Group in Frimley, Surrey is seeking an Inventory Analyst to improve stock accuracy and visibility across multiple locations within a technology and engineering environment.

You will analyse stock data, investigate discrepancies and support Stores, Purchasing and cycle counting to enhance supply chain performance and stock control. Relevant experience in inventory or data analysis is preferred, with strong Excel and ERP/MRP skills.