Supply Chain Analyst

The Advocate Group; Welwyn; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Advocate Group is recruiting a Supply Chain Analyst to support the end-to-end supply chain in a growing FMCG business. The role focuses on turning data into insights, improving forecasting, stock levels and operational efficiency across demand planning, inventory, reporting and continuous improvement.

You will work with Commercial, Finance, Operations, Procurement and IT to deliver data-driven decision support.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in supply chain, operations, demand planning or similar analytical role.
• Experience in FMCG or manufacturing environment, ideally food & beverage.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with SAP or similar planning systems.
• Understanding of demand planning, inventory management and planning methodologies (MRP/DRP).
• Experience supporting or driving S&OP processes with data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate supply chain reporting across procurement, demand planning, supply planning and logistics.
• Support demand and inventory planning, analyze sales trends, seasonality and promotions to improve forecast accuracy.
• Lead the S&OP process with data-led insights and scenario planning.
• Monitor inventory levels and review stock policies to minimise stockouts and obsolescence.
• Analyse supply chain performance and identify opportunities to reduce cost and improve service levels.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including planning systems improvements and process automation.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to implement wider supply chain enhancements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel

Stakeholder management

Communication

S&OP knowledge

Tools

SAP

Job description

We're working with an established and growing FMCG business looking to recruit a Supply Chain Analyst to support the ongoing development and performance of its end-to-end supply chain function.

This is a varied, analytical role offering the opportunity to work across demand planning, inventory management, supply chain reporting and continuous improvement. You'll play an important part in turning data into meaningful insights, helping the business improve forecasting, optimise stock levels and drive operational efficiency.

You'll work closely with teams across Commercial, Finance, Operations, Procurement and IT, providing analysis and insight to support effective decision-making and business performance.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and maintaining accurate supply chain reporting, providing visibility across procurement, demand planning, supply planning and logistics.
• Supporting demand and inventory planning, analysing sales trends, seasonality and promotional activity to improve forecast accuracy.
• Leading the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, providing data-led insights and scenario planning to support business requirements.
• Monitoring inventory levels and reviewing stock policies to minimise stockouts, excess stock and obsolescence.
• Analysing supply chain performance, identifying opportunities to improve cost, service levels and operational efficiency.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives, including improvements to planning systems, supply chain visibility and process automation.
• Working cross-functionally with internal stakeholders and external partners to deliver improvements across the wider supply chain.

About You

We're keen to speak with someone who combines strong analytical capability with a good understanding of end-to-end supply chain operations.

Ideally, you'll bring:

• 5+ years' experience within supply chain, operations, demand planning or a similar analytical role.
• Experience within an FMCG or manufacturing environment, ideally food and beverage.
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with SAP or similar planning systems.
• A good understanding of demand planning, inventory management and supply chain planning methodologies, including MRP and DRP.
• Experience supporting or driving S&OP processes and using data to influence business decisions.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the ability to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to work across multiple functions.

If you're an analytical supply chain professional who enjoys working with data, improving processes and influencing decisions across a business, we'd love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.