Perpetual Inventory Analyst

Jaguar & Land Rove; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer in Wolverhampton is seeking a Perpetual Inventory Analyst. In this pivotal role, you will manage part number changes and maintain inventory accuracy using cutting-edge technology and problem-solving skills. You will analyze logistical processes and reconcile stock data within an SAP system while liaising with team members to optimize inventory management. The ideal candidate should possess strong IT skills and a knack for data analysis, contributing to efficient production processes.

Benefits

Discounted car purchase

Maternity and paternity leave policies

Company performance-related bonus

Employee learning scheme funding

Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection

Qualifications

• Good understanding of logistics processes including material flows.
• Ability to analyse data and identify trends for investigation.
• Knowledge of financial accounting and reporting.
• Agile and flexible with a positive response to change.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Manage part number changes and inventory accuracy.
• Generate counts as per cycle program and business demands.
• Reconcile system stocks on SAP under strict guidelines.
• Investigate 'Out of Tolerance' adjustments.
• Support transitions to minimize obsolescence.

Skills

Logistics processes understanding

Data Analysis

Financial accounting understanding

Agility and flexibility

I.T. skills (Microsoft, SAP)

Job description

REQ ID: 129409
JOB TITLE: Perpetual Inventory Analyst
SALARY: £40,000 - £46,000
POSTING START DATE: 12/01/2026
POSTING END DATE: 26/01/2026
LOCATION: Wolverhampton EPMC

In the Manufacturing team at JLR’s Electric Propulsion Manufacturing Centre (EPMC), you’ll help power iconic electric cars. You will be working alongside incredible technicians and leaders to drive our commitment to shape a future we truly believe in, together. Use your expertise, cutting-edge technology, and problem-solving skills to ensure efficient, sustainable and high-quality production. Fuel the exceptional.

Unleash your potential as a Perpetual Inventory Analyst, where you will manage part number changes and inventory accuracy across both current vehicle (running change) and new model year introduction points and is responsible for verifying physical and system inventory for financial reporting.

WHAT TO EXPECT

In this role, no two tasks are the same. With lots of projects and relationships to build with people across the business and beyond, it’s a challenge that will help your career grow within an iconic organisation. Here’s what to expect:

• Generate counts required according to cycle program and demands of our business customers
• Liaise with counters to optimise and improve program
• Reconcile system stocks on SAP within strict FM guidelines
• Investigate causes of ‘Out of Tolerance’ adjustments and inform relevant areas of issues, as required
• Maintain departmental records and filing systems as supporting evidence for auditors
• Support part changes and model year run out programs in order to ensure a smooth transition and minimise obsolescence

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills that you’ll need to have to help you succeed here, including:

• Good understanding of Logistics processes including material flows, receiving and storage
• Data Analysis identifying trends in performance for investigation
• An understanding of Financial accounting and reporting
• Ability to learn quickly whilst being agile and flexible and respond positively to change
• I.T. skills (All Microsoft) as well as knowledge of SAP system

THE BENEFITS

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect a wide range of benefits:

• Discounted car purchase (open to family members, too)
• A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available.
• A JLR company performance-related bonus
• An employee learning scheme providing funding for; education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning.
• Access to open, employee-led support and social networks
• Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.

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