Inventory & Logistics Analyst — Stock Optimisation

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group is seeking a Material Management Analyst in Oxford. This 12 month temporary role focuses on stock optimisation, inventory analysis and logistics performance within a fast-paced technical environment.

You will analyse stock levels, run MRP reports, maintain Min/Max levels and monitor KPIs while collaborating with Finance, Planning and Logistics to improve efficiency and service.

Qualifications

• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical and data-modelling experience.
• Experience with inventory analysis, stock modelling or supply chain processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and a commercially aware, customer-focused approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• SAP experience is desirable, alongside familiarity with paperless workflow systems.
• A full UK driving licence and eligibility for UK security clearance and Export Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Analyse stock levels, aged inventory and customer order fulfilment.
• Run weekly MRP reports and manage supplier purchase orders.
• Maintain Min/Max stock levels and support equipment pool management.
• Monitor KPIs, including on-time delivery, response times and stock availability.
• Identify root causes and recommend improvements to inventory and logistics processes.
• Maintain accurate data and systems, including SAP and paperless workflows.
• Produce regular reports and presentations to support business decisions.
• Work closely with Finance, Planning, Logistics and other teams to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Provide materials data and cost insights to support commercial and sales activities.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data modelling

Inventory analysis

Stock modelling

Supply chain

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

MS Office

Google Workspace

SAP experience

Paperless workflows

UK driving licence

Security clearance

Export regulations

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Gill Cooke Personnel Ltd T/A The Recruitment Group is seeking a Material Management Analyst in Oxford. This 12 month temporary role focuses on stock optimisation, inventory analysis and logistics performance within a fast-paced technical environment.

You will analyse stock levels, run MRP reports, maintain Min/Max levels and monitor KPIs while collaborating with Finance, Planning and Logistics to improve efficiency and service.