Inventory Strategy & Obsolescence Lead

PepsiCo Deutschland GmbH; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An international food and beverage company in Reading is seeking an experienced Inventory Executive to manage inventory health and minimize excess materials. The role requires strong analytical skills and experience in supply chain management, focusing on data-driven insights and cross-functional collaboration. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Supply Chain or Business and have advanced proficiency in relevant tools. Join a company committed to inclusion and sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Car allowance

Health benefits

Parental leave

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in inventory, supply chain, or analytics roles.
• Proficient in data manipulation and systemisation.

Responsibilities

• Identify excess materials weekly and align with Supply Planning for clearance.
• Govern the total destructions budget and perform finance reviews.
• Create and share weekly network inventory outlook.

Skills

Data manipulation

Strong communication skills

Effective cross-functional collaboration

Root cause analysis

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Certifications in Supply Chain, Analytics, or Systems

Tools

JDA Blue Yonder

SAP

IMI

Job description

An international food and beverage company in Reading is seeking an experienced Inventory Executive to manage inventory health and minimize excess materials. The role requires strong analytical skills and experience in supply chain management, focusing on data-driven insights and cross-functional collaboration. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Supply Chain or Business and have advanced proficiency in relevant tools. Join a company committed to inclusion and sustainability.