Stock Analyst (Loss Prevention)

The Range; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension

Long service awards

Employee discount

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

The Range in Plymouth is hiring a Stock Analyst to join our Head Office team. You will analyse stock movement to reduce loss, identify risks, and drive performance through data-driven insights.

Work across Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, IT and Loss Prevention to improve stock management and reporting. The ideal candidate has strong data analysis skills, advanced Excel, SQL knowledge, and experience in retail or logistics.

Qualifications

• Experience in data analysis, stock control or loss prevention.
• Advanced Excel skills with formulas, pivot tables and reporting.
• SQL knowledge and experience querying multiple databases.
• Strong attention to detail and methods to identify discrepancies.
• Problem-solving and ability to present clear insights to stakeholders.
• Experience collaborating across multiple departments to support loss prevention objectives.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyse, and interpret data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities related to stock loss and operational inefficiencies.
• Monitor stock movements and investigate discrepancies and unusual activity.
• Produce and maintain reports, dashboards, and scorecards with insights into loss prevention performance.
• Conduct root cause analysis on loss-related incidents and work with stakeholders to implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Store Ops, Supply Chain, Finance, IT and Security to support loss prevention initiatives.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

SQL knowledge

Stock control

Loss prevention

Stakeholder comms

Problem solving

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Founded in Plymouth in 1989, The Range has grown to become one of the UK's leading and fastest-growing privately owned retailers. With over 280 stores across the UK and Ireland, we offer an extensive range of products spanning multiple departments. People are at the heart of our business, and we are committed to investing in our staff to help shape an extraordinary future. As a result of our continued growth and ongoing success, we are seeking a dynamic Stock Analyst to join our Head Office team in Plymouth.

About the Role:

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Stock Analyst to join our team. This role is pivotal in supporting the business to reduce stock loss, identify operational risks, and improve overall performance through data-driven insights. Working closely with teams across Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, IT, and Loss Prevention, you will analyse stock movement and loss-related data to identify trends, investigate discrepancies, and recommend effective solutions. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical professional who enjoys solving problems, influencing decision-making, and driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Collect, analyse, and interpret data from a range of sources to identify trends, risks, and opportunities related to stock loss, shrinkage, theft, fraud, and operational inefficiencies.
• Monitor stock movements and investigate discrepancies, unusual activity, and inconsistencies that may indicate loss events.
• Produce and maintain regular and ad hoc reports, dashboards, and scorecards that provide meaningful insights into loss prevention performance and key business metrics.
• Conduct root cause analysis on loss-related incidents and work with stakeholders to identify and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with departments including Store Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, IT, and Security to support loss prevention initiatives and business objectives.
• Review and improve data collection, reporting, and analytical processes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Provide guidance and support to operational teams on how data can be used to identify risks and improve stock management practices.
• Support investigations and audits relating to theft, stock discrepancies, and other loss prevention matters through the provision of detailed analysis and reporting.
• Ensure all activities are carried out in line with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulatory requirements.

Person Specification:

Essential

• Previous experience in data analysis, stock control, loss prevention, or related analytical role.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret large datasets, identify trends, and generate actionable business insights.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the use of formulas, pivot tables, data manipulation, and reporting tools.
• Intermediate to advanced SQL knowledge and experience querying data from multiple databases.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to recommend practical solutions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to a range of stakeholders.
• Experience working collaboratively across multiple departments and building effective stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable

• Experience working within a retail, distribution, logistics, warehouse, or supply chain environment.
• Experience supporting loss prevention, fraud prevention, stock accuracy, or shrinkage reduction initiatives.
• Knowledge of data visualisation tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
• Experience in creating automated reports, dashboards, and performance scorecards.
• Understanding stock management, inventory control, or audit processes.
• Experience supporting investigations into stock loss, theft, fraud, or operational issues.

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