Supply Chain Analyst: Data-Driven S&OP & Optimization

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

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.