Supply Chain Analyst- Hawick

Barrie Knitwear; Hawick; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

33 days annual leave

Pension

Health & wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Barrie Knitwear is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to join our Hawick team. You will support sourcing, purchasing and supply of yarn and other direct materials, with a focus on data analysis and supplier collaboration to ensure materials are available when needed.

The role involves inventory management, cost analysis and planning in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with production, product development and quality teams to mitigate risks and drive improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, procurement or supply chain.
• Experience working with suppliers and managing purchase orders.
• Knowledge of inventory management and supplier performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchasing for yarns and raw materials, including PO creation and tracking.
• Monitor supplier performance, lead times and delivery commitments, escalate risks as needed.
• Build strong supplier relationships to enable collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Support sourcing and cost analysis to ensure competitive pricing and supply continuity.
• Coordinate material requirements with ODM suppliers to align with development and production plans.
• Monitor critical-path activities to support on-time product launches and deliveries.
• Maintain accurate supplier and material information in systems.
• Produce reports on purchasing activity, supplier performance and inventory.

Skills

Purchasing

Data analysis

Excel (pivot tables)

ERP/MRP

Inventory management

Supplier management

Attention to detail

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Supply Chain Analyst - Hawick

Competitive Salary | Flexible Working | Career Development | 33 Days Annual Leave | Pension | Health & Wellbeing Benefits

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a Supply Chain Analyst to join our team in Hawick, supporting the sourcing, purchasing and supply of yarn, raw materials and other direct materials.

This is a varied, commercially focused role combining supplier management, purchasing, inventory, data analysis and supply chain planning. You will work closely with suppliers, production, product development, quality and supply chain colleagues to ensure materials and products are available when required and risks are identified and managed proactively.

It's an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in purchasing, procurement or supply chain who enjoys working with data, building strong supplier relationships and finding ways to improve how things are done.

Who is Barrie Knitwear?

We are a Fashion Manufacturer that is renowned worldwide for our outstanding ability to combine exceptional technical skills and traditional expertise to create complex couture cashmere garments. Based in the Scottish border's town of Hawick; we boast over one hundred years of proud heritage and history. We supply to some of the most prestigious luxury fashion houses across the world. This is an exciting time for us as we continue to expand and transform.

What will you be doing?

• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process for yarns and selected raw materials, including raising and managing purchase orders.
• Monitor supplier performance, lead times and delivery commitments, proactively identifying and escalating risks.
• Build strong supplier relationships that encourage collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Support sourcing and cost analysis to ensure competitive pricing and continuity of supply.
• Coordinate material and product requirements with ODM suppliers in line with seasonal development and production plans.
• Monitor critical-path activities and milestones to support successful product launches and on-time delivery.
• Manage production and sample yarn inventory, monitoring stock levels and consumption to identify shortages or excess.
• Ensure materials are available to support subcontractor and ODM production requirements.
• Maintain accurate supplier and material information, documentation, certifications and compliance records within business systems.
• Produce and analyse reports covering purchasing activity, supplier performance, inventory and supply risks.
• Work collaboratively with product development, quality, production and supply chain teams to resolve issues and improve service.
• Identify opportunities to improve supply chain efficiency, sustainability, processes and supplier performance.

What will you bring to the role?

Experience

• Experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain or a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with suppliers and managing purchase orders.
• Knowledge of inventory management and supplier performance.
• Strong numerical and analytical ability, with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, including formulas, lookups and pivot tables.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple activities and deadlines.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems and reporting tools is desirable.
• Experience working with ODM suppliers, product development or outsourced manufacturing would be advantageous.

Skills & Behaviours

• Builds positive, collaborative and respectful relationships.
• Takes ownership and proactively resolves issues.
• Uses data and commercial insight to support decision making.
• Challenges existing processes and looks for better ways of working.
• Is adaptable, resilient and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates Barrie Knitwear's values in their interactions with colleagues, suppliers and partners.

What benefits can you expect?

• Flexible working - where appropriate to business needs
• 33 days flexible annual leave including Public Holidays
• Flexible benefits scheme - including cycle to work and reduced gym fees
• Early finish on Fridays
• Time off in lieu scheme
• Employer pension contribution
• Life Assurance Policy
• Health/Wellness programme- Health cash plan
• Access to training and development

Interested?

If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact across purchasing, suppliers, inventory and wider supply chain performance, we'd love to hear from you.