SCM Data Analyst

Brakes UK; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain firm in Ashford is currently seeking an experienced SCM Data Analyst to join their team on a full-time permanent basis. In this role, you will manage and maintain essential data within supply chain operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across ERP systems. Your responsibilities will include performing data checks, configuring new product setups, and leading the development of long-term solutions. The position offers a hybrid working model, requiring attendance in the Kent office for 1-2 days a week, especially during onboarding.

Qualifications

• Experience in an analytical or data-related role, ideally within a supply chain environment.
• Strong organisation and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform data checks and validation of existing records.
• Carry out mass updates to material master data when required.
• Configure new product setups in ERP systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data validation

Excel competence

Team collaboration

Tools

SAP

Microsoft D365

Job description

Brakes are currently recruiting for a SCM Data Analyst to join the team in Ashford, on a Full Time Permanent basis.

In this role you will set up, manage, and accurately maintain product, depot, and vendor-specific data within the supply chain. You will ensure new product configurations and network changes are completed within agreed timescales, supporting the launch of new customer business, menu changes, and operational efficiencies. As a Data Management Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and timeliness across ERP systems, while collaborating with colleagues to deliver seamless supply chain operations.

This role is offering flexible hybrid working with 1‑2 days based in our Kent office for team collaboration and meetings, so you must be within a commutable distance. Please note that the first 2‑3 weeks will be on‑site.

Key Accountabilities

• Perform data checks and validation of existing records, actioning results from reports accordingly.
• Carry out mass updates to material master data when required.
• Configure new product setups in ERP systems.
• Manage the new SKU data setup process in line with established procedures.
• Take a leading role in developing and maintaining strong internal relationships.
• Contribute to building long‑term solutions to recurring issues, regularly reviewing and updating processes.
• Help design and implement additional tools and data checks to identify and resolve data‑related issues.

You

Essential to your success is experience in an analytical or data‑related role, ideally within a supply chain environment. You have a logical and methodical approach to tasks, with the ability to quickly understand complex data themes and processes. Strong organisation and time management skills enable you to thrive in a busy, demanding environment, while your ability to prioritise workload ensures deadlines are met.

You are people‑oriented, a good team player, and an active contributor within a collaborative environment. Competency in Excel is required, and experience with SAP or Microsoft D365 would be advantageous. Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to accuracy underpin your performance. You are driven by results, adaptable to changing demands, and motivated to deliver operational excellence.