Material Analyst

Morson Group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Group seeks a Material Analyst for a prestigious client in Oxford. This on-site role focuses on stock optimization, KPI analysis, and data-driven improvements across Materials Management and Logistics.

You will work with CAMO, Planning, and Finance to optimize inventory and costs. You will maintain SAP systems (AiO/EC2) and the INVU Paperless System, develop dashboards, and support commercial and operational teams with data-driven insights.

Qualifications

• Excel proficiency required.
• Strong background in data modelling and inventory analytics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across all levels.
• Commercially aware with customer-service focus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Full UK Driving Licence and eligibility for UK Security Clearance (SC/DBS).
• English reading/writing with GCSEs and up to 2 A Levels or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Stock optimization and weekly MRP reporting; manage Min/Max in SAP and equipment pool with CAMO and Planning teams.
• Analyze aged stock with Finance to mitigate risk; work with MRO to maintain high-turnover spares.
• Analyse KPIs (OTR, OTD, SCA, fill rates) and report monthly/quarterly/annual results.
• Review and improve Materials Management and Logistics processes for efficiency and best practices.
• Maintain SAP (AiO & EC2) and the INVU Paperless System; ensure data integrity.
• Create divisional presentations using PowerPoint/Slides; manage cost files and product databases.

Skills

Excel

SkyWise

Data modelling

Inventory analytics

Stock modelling

Problem solving

Communication

Office & Google Workspace

Education

GCSEs

A Levels

Logistics degree

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

SkyWise

Job description

Morson are recruiting for a Material Analyst for a prestigious client in Oxford. The role is fully on-site.

Job Description

The Material Management Division operates under a One Customer strategy focused on Quality, Cost, and Delivery:
Quality: Partnering with a global supply base to deliver verified, high-quality components.
Cost: Minimizing inventory expenses through stock modelling, optimizing storage, and protecting against service credit risks while offering competitive pricing.
Delivery: Streamlining receiving, storage, and dispatch to maintain an uninterrupted supply chain with prioritized availability.

Role Purpose

Responsible for the analysis of all Material Management and Logistics processes and stock holding at our site. Specifically, this role analyses how stock levels impact the cost of inventory, external/internal customer order fill rates, and associated satisfaction. The role supports the Material Management Department and additional Senior Management in the implementation of Company Policy, Procedure, and stock optimization strategies.

About You

Organized & Accurate: Possess excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the proven ability to execute high-complexity work with high accuracy. Effective Communicator: Demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate confidently and effectively across all organizational levels.
Adaptable & Flexible: Agile in response to changing working requirements, rapidly adapting to dynamic operational situations and customer needs.
Team-Oriented & Professional: Dedicated to fostering a strong team environment, highly self-motivated, and presentable at all times.

Key responsibilities

• Stock Optimization: Take responsibility for stock optimization, drive overall stock health by running weekly MRP reports, executing supplier purchase orders, maintaining Min/Max systems within SAP and managing the equipment pool alongside CAMO and Planning teams.
• Inventory Analysis & Management: Analyse aged stock profiles in close collaboration with the Finance team to devise mitigation strategies, while collaborating with MRO teams to maintain high-turnover spares and Aircraft General Spares that form part of Min/Max system.
• KPIs, Analytics & Wider Integration: Conduct and execute in-depth performance analysis across core KPIs, including On-Time Response (OTR), On-Time Delivery (OTD), Stock Collection Adequacy (SCA), and fill rates. Perform Root Cause Analysis and incorporate wider metrics into monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting to elevate customer satisfaction.
• Process Improvement: Proactively review, map, and refine all Materials Management and Logistics processes to eliminate inefficiencies, align operations with industry best practices, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the department.
• Systems Maintenance: Oversee and maintain departmental software systems, ensuring accurate application of SAP (including AiO & EC2) in line with standard work instructions, while maintaining and developing the INVU Paperless System.
• Presentations: Create professional divisional presentations using PowerPoint or Google Slides, while overseeing administrative tools such as cost files, product databases, and invoice query resolutions to ensure peak operational efficiency (eg. cost file maintenance, product description database, invoice queries).
• Commercial Awareness: Demonstrate appropriate Commercial awareness in all business activities ensuring that our business’ commercial position is adequately safeguarded.
• Team Collaboration & Continuity: Build strong team relationships across the Material Management Department and support seamless daily operations by providing flexible holiday cover for adjacent roles as needed.
• Compliance & Integrity: Adhere strictly to the the business Code of Conduct, ensuring proactive risk management and export compliance integrity.
• General Support: Provide cross-departmental support to key stakeholders while delivering regular status updates on investigations and work-in-progress to the Material & Logistics Manager.
• Business Development & Commercial Support: Actively support the Commercial, Sales, and Bid teams by providing critical materials data, cost insights, and logistical feasibility support for prospective business opportunities.

Requirements & Qualifications

Essential

• Technical Expertise: Advanced proficiency in Excel, and SkyWise or similar.
• Analytical Skills: Strong background in data modeling, inventory analytics, stock modelling, and structured problem-solving.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels and external stakeholders.
• Commercial Mindset: Strongly commercially aware and entirely customer-service driven.
• Systems & Tools: Proficient in both Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Clearance & Driving: Full UK Driving License, eligibility for UK Security Clearance (SC/DBS), and compliance with Export Regulations.
• Language: Proficiency in English reading and writing including a minimum of 6 GCSEs and up to 2 A Levels (or equivalent).

Desirable

• Education: A degree or equivalent qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, or an Aviation-based discipline (graduate-calibre professional).
• Technical Expertise: Previous knowledge or experience with SAP systems
• Paperless System