Inventory Insight Analyst - Local Stores

SSE plc; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Gym discounts

Online GP

Counselling service

Cycle to work

Family entitlements

Job summary

SSE plc is seeking a Local Stores Analyst to optimise inventory across our Local Stores network. You will use data to forecast, analyse trends and improve stock availability, working with customers, operations and contractors to drive measurable improvements across the business.

You will visit depots, engage stakeholders and lead data-led initiatives to enhance processes, reporting and performance, supporting SSE's supply chain as it delivers value and resilience.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with the ability to translate data into practical actions.
• Experience with data analytics tools and forecasting improvement.
• Ability to engage stakeholders and manage competing priorities.
• Continuous improvement mindset and data-led decision making.

Responsibilities

• Analyse trends and forecast stock needs across Local Stores network.
• Optimise replenishment and stock planning to improve availability.
• Collaborate with operational teams and contractors to drive improvements.
• Identify risks and supply constraints; implement reporting improvements.
• Drive process improvements in reporting and performance metrics.
• Support Local Stores and wider Supply Chain initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder engagement

Continuous improvement mindset

Data-driven decision making

Education

Data Analytics qualification or related field (advantageous)

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

SSE plc is seeking a Local Stores Analyst to optimise inventory across our Local Stores network. You will use data to forecast, analyse trends and improve stock availability, working with customers, operations and contractors to drive measurable improvements across the business.

You will visit depots, engage stakeholders and lead data-led initiatives to enhance processes, reporting and performance, supporting SSE's supply chain as it delivers value and resilience.