Supply Chain Analyst - FMCG

Placements24; Southampton; Remote; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Fully remote

Professional development

Challenging projects

Data-driven culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Supply Chain Analyst to join a forward-thinking team. The role focuses on optimizing FMCG supply chain operations using data analytics, including inventory, logistics, and demand planning.

This fully remote position offers flexible work arrangements and opportunities to drive operational excellence from anywhere in the UK.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Experience as a Supply Chain Analyst or similar analytical role (FMCG preferred).
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL, Tableau or Power BI.
• Ability to work remotely and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends and inefficiencies in inventory, logistics, and forecasting.
• Develop dashboards and reports to track KPIs across supply chain operations.
• Collaborate with logistics, procurement, and sales to forecast demand and optimize inventory.
• Support implementation of new supply chain technologies and process improvements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and assist in budget management for supply chain operations.
• Monitor supplier performance and support continuous supplier relationship improvement.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Supply Chain Analyst to join their forward-thinking team, operating predominantly remotely. This role is crucial for optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of our FMCG supply chain operations, ensuring timely delivery and cost-effectiveness. You will leverage data analytics to identify bottlenecks, improve processes, and support strategic decision-making across inventory management, logistics, and demand planning. This fully remote position is perfect for a data-driven professional looking to make a substantial impact on operational excellence from anywhere in Randburg or beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement in inventory, logistics, and forecasting.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain operations.
• Collaborate with logistics, procurement, and sales teams to forecast demand and optimize inventory levels.
• Support the implementation of new supply chain technologies and process improvements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and contribute to budget management for supply chain operations.
• Monitor supplier performance and contribute to the continuous improvement of supplier relationships.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Supply Chain Analyst or in a similar analytical role, preferably in FMCG.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, and BI software (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Excellent understanding of supply chain principles, logistics, and inventory management.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively in a remote environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training in supply chain analytics.
• Exposure to complex supply chain challenges and innovative solutions.
• A collaborative team environment focused on data-driven decision-making.