Stock Analyst

TQR Consultancy Ltd; Devon and Torbay; In loco; GBP 35.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Pension

Long service awards

Employee discount

Cycle to work scheme

Descrizione del lavoro

TQR Consultancy Ltd is seeking a Stock Analyst (Loss Prevention) in Plymouth, UK, to strengthen our loss prevention efforts. You will collect and analyse data, detect patterns, and deliver actionable insights to senior leadership.

The role focuses on identifying stock discrepancies, producing dashboards, and collaborating with Stores, Supply Chain, IT, and Finance to reduce shrinkage and improve operational efficiency.

Competenze

• Experience in data analysis or loss prevention in retail/logistics.
• Proficient with Excel, pivot tables, and data manipulation.
• Knowledge of Power BI or Tableau for dashboards.
• Attention to detail and data-driven problem solving.

Mansioni

• Collect and analyse data from sources to detect patterns and risks.
• Identify unusual stock movements and potential loss events.
• Develop reports, scorecards, and dashboards for leadership.
• Investigate root causes and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Support investigations and audits while ensuring compliance.
• Improve data collection and reporting methods.
• Train teams to use data to reduce shrinkage.

Conoscenze

Data analysis

Advanced Excel

Data visualization

SQL

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Strumenti

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Descrizione del lavoro

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Stock Analyst (Loss Prevention) to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in enhancing our loss prevention strategies by leveraging data to identify risks, detect patterns, and recommend actionable insights to minimise losses and enhance operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Data Collection & Analysis: Gather and analyse data from various sources (databases, surveillance systems, internal reports, etc.) to detect patterns, trends, and potential risks related to shrinkage, theft, fraud, and operational inefficiencies.
• Loss Detection: Identify unusual stock movements, discrepancies, and any inconsistencies that could signal potential loss events (e.g., inventory theft, supplier issues, or stock mismanagement).
• Reporting & Dashboards: Develop and maintain regular and ad-hoc reports, scorecards, and dashboards that track key loss prevention metrics (e.g., shrinkage rates, fraud incidents, and operational KPIs). Ensure these reports provide actionable insights for senior leadership.
• Root Cause Analysis: Investigate the root causes of loss-related events, using data-driven insights to propose corrective actions. Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., Security, Operations, Finance) to implement solutions and reduce future risks.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including Store Operations, Supply Chain, IT, and Finance, to support the development and execution of loss prevention initiatives.
• Process Improvement: Continuously assess and improve data collection, analysis, and reporting methods to enhance the accuracy and efficiency of loss prevention strategies.
• Training & Guidance: Provide training and guidance to operational teams on how to use data to identify potential loss areas and improve day-to-day practices that reduce shrinkage.
• Investigations & Audits: Support internal investigations related to theft or other loss prevention issues, providing data analysis and insights that help with resolving incidents.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure that all loss prevention activities and data management practices comply with internal policies and external regulations.

Person Specification

• Previous Experience: Experience in a data analysis or loss prevention role, preferably within retail, logistics, or similar sectors.
• Data Analysis Expertise: Strong analytical skills with experience in interpreting large datasets, identifying trends, and deriving insights to improve business outcomes.
• Advanced Excel Skills: Proficiency in Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data manipulation. Knowledge of data visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is a plus.
• SQL & Database Knowledge: Intermediate to advanced SQL skills for querying and analysing data from various databases.
• Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to data analysis and problem-solving, with a focus on identifying and resolving discrepancies that could lead to loss.
• Problem Solving & Critical Thinking: Strong ability to think critically, identify issues, and propose actionable solutions based on data.
• Communication Skills: Clear, concise, and effective communication skills, capable of presenting complex data and insights to stakeholders at all levels, both verbally and in writing.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Proven experience working with cross-functional teams, managing stakeholders, and driving initiatives that reduce risks and improve operational efficiency.

What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Pension
• Long service awards
• Employee discount
• Cycle to work scheme

Position: Permanent, Full-time

Hours: Monday - Friday, 08:45am - 17:30pm.

Location: Plymouth, Devon