Inventory Control Analyst

Flextronics - The Flex Company; Kendal Fell; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced annual leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Group Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Flex is seeking an Inventory Control Analyst for the Kent View site in Kendal, UK. You will own total stock ownership, including aging stock, and collaborate with Supply Chain for KPI reporting and stock target setting.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, experience with SAP or similar ERP systems, and the ability to travel to other Flex locations as needed. A degree in Supply Chain or Business is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory governance and KPI management.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel to other Anord Mardix locations and hold a valid UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive all stock ownership, including aging stock.
• Provide monthly inventory reporting to UK Supply Chain Manager and senior management.
• Set min/max stock targets and manage cycle counting programme.

Skills

Inventory management

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Supply Chain or Business

Tools

SAP ERP

MS Excel

Job description

Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.Job SummaryFlex intends to spin off its Cloud and Power Infrastructure segment into a new, independent publicly traded company, Axiom, with the spin planned for Q1 2027. If the intended spin occurs, this role will support Axiom, a company focused on critical digital infrastructure and delivering end-to-end power and thermal management solutions for AI data centers and other mission-critical applications.To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add a Inventory Control Analyst located in our Kent View office in Kendal, UK.Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager UK, the Inventory Control Analyst role will be part of an excellent Supply Chain procurement team, whose members are strong communicators, ambitious & innovative. You will work within the Kent View factory and be responsible for Total Ownership of all stock, including aging stock.What a typical day looks like:Adhere to the Group Inventory Governance ModelProvide Monthly reporting to the Supply Chain Manager UK and Senior Management across Inventory turns, Inventory accuracy , WIP and Credits ManagementWork with Supply Chain and Warehousing to set and min/max stock targetsReview the present process and implement new updated process with assistance from the Supply Chain ManagerWork with warehousing on calculating volumetric data and associated storage requirementsOwn and manage the KPI’s for all Inventory activities and continuously review overall site performanceProvide projected Inventory turn targets for site over a rolling 12-month periodImplement and manage Inventory input/output modelsManage the cycle counting programmeLead and prepare the yearly PI across ALL sitesUndertake monthly stock reconciliation’sExcess and Obsolete inventory managementManage Credit Returns processManage master data ensuring Systems / SAP is kept up to dateWork closely with the Finance department providing a variety of reports and information related to Inventory on Hand.Reconcile consignment stock on weekly/monthly basis ensuring usage recorded & invoiced.The experience we’re looking to add to our team:Experience in a similar Inventory Analyst roleExperience using an ERP system, ideally SAPDegree qualified in Supply Chain, Business or similar would be an advantagePossess excellent organisational skillsPrevious experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment would be preferableExcellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skillsAbility to travel to other Anord Mardix locations when requested therefore a valid and full clean UK driving license is requiredWhat you’ll receive for the great work you provide:An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;A competitive salary and benefits package which includes:A merit-based annual pay reviewEnhanced annual leaveEmployee recognition scheme and long service awardsReferral bonusVolunteer daysGroup Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a yearSick pay schemeCycle to Work schemeEnhanced maternity/paternity leaveFlexible/Hybrid Work based on your Job FunctionTravel opportunities (role dependent)Support in your well-being by access toEmployee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert adviceOn-site trained Mental Health First AidersAccess to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.)BB97Job CategoryGlobal Procurement & Supply ChainRequired Skills:Optional Skills:Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).