Supply Chain Analyst

Reed; Wrexham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food products distributor in Wrexham is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to support various departments. The role involves coordinating product launches, demand planning, and pricing analysis. Ideal candidates will have strong analytical skills, advanced Excel proficiency, and supply chain qualifications. This position allows for 3 days of remote work each week and offers a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel proficiency, experience with Sage X3 is advantageous.
• Ability to prioritize workloads and work on own initiative as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate new product rollouts from pricing approval through to market launch.
• Monitor and analyse potential delays in production or transport and assess impact.
• Audit product pricing and review supplier price changes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Advanced Excel proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Supply Chain or Purchasing qualifications

Tools

Sage X3

Job description

Supply Chain Analyst

Location: Wrexham, North Wales - 3 Days Working from Home! Hours: 37.5 per week (Mon–Thu: 9am–5pm, Fri: 8am–4pm) Salary: Competitive

About the Role

Our client, a leading UK food products distributor, is looking for a Supply Chain Analyst to join their expanding team. This role is pivotal in supporting multiple departments and reporting directly to the Supply Chain Manager. It suits a proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives on problem-solving and collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• New Product & Promotional Launches:
  • Coordinate new product rollouts from pricing approval through to market launch.
  • Place initial supplier orders, confirm volumes, ready dates, and forecasts.
  • Liaise with suppliers to manage timelines and elevate issues where necessary.
  • Maintain accurate product records and communicate updates across departments.
• Demand Planning:
  • Monitor and analyse potential delays in production or transport and assess impact.
  • Escalate stock risks and liaise with suppliers and transport teams.
  • Update weekly reports and support inter-site transfers and forecast switchovers.
• Pricing Analysis:
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  • Analyse cost efficiencies and identify opportunities for savings.
  • Prepare pricing files for new products and maintain monthly updates.

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel proficiency,experience with Sage X3 is advantageous.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and work on own initiative as well as part of a team.
• Supply Chain or Purchasing qualifications are desirable.