Inventory Analyst – Premium Consumer Goods, Stratford-upon-Avon Full-Time + Pension / £30-£35,000 per annum
Arden Personnel is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client, a globally recognised, design-led brand in the premium consumer goods sector. With operations spanning the UK, Hong Kong, and New York, this is a fantastic opportunity for a methodical and proactive Inventory Controller to take ownership of international stock coordination and logistics.
If you thrive on precision, love solving operational puzzles, and want to be part of a business that values quality and innovation—this could be your next move.
What will I be doing in this Inventory Analyst role?
- Owning the inventory data across UK, Hong Kong, and New York warehouses – ensuring accuracy, integrity, and clear reporting.
- Using Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, formulas) and Sage 200 to track stock movements, reconcile variances, and analyse sell-through trends.
- Producing quick, insightful reports on stock levels, backorders, aged inventory, and forecasting accuracy.
- Maintaining clean product data, pricing, and codes within the ERP system and B2B platform.
- Forecasting demand and raising purchase orders with overseas suppliers based on sell-through and re-order analysis.
- Monitoring minimum and maximum stock levels to maintain optimal availability.
- Preparing international shipping documentation (COO, C88, Telex Release etc.) and coordinating imports/exports with freight forwarders.
- Liaising daily with internal teams and global warehouses to ensure information flow is precise, timely, and data-driven.
- Supporting sales and operations with quick ad-hoc analyses—helping the business make informed, data-led decisions.
- Identifying process improvements to reduce obsolete stock and increase inventory turnover.
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What skills and experience will I need for this Inventory Analyst Role?
- 3+ years’ experience in inventory control, supply chain, or stock analysis within a product or wholesale environment.
- Advanced Excel user – confident with formulas, VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and data cleansing.
- ERP experience (Sage 200 preferred) with a strong eye for data accuracy and reporting.
- Comfortable working with large datasets and creating clear, visual stock reports.
- Excellent written English and communication skills—able to present complex data simply and accurately.
- Detail-oriented, methodical, and able to meet deadlines in a fast-moving environment.
- Experience with international shipping documentation and customs processes is advantageous.
- A natural problem-solver with a growth mindset and collaborative approach.
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What’s on offer for this Inventory Analyst Role?
- Salary £30,000 – £35,000, depending on experience
- 22 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- Pension scheme
- Free parking
- Exposure to international operations across UK, Hong Kong & New York
- Genuine career development within logistics, inventory analysis, and supply chain reporting
Why work for us?
A collaborative, forward-thinking culture where values aren’t just words—they’re lived. We believe in clarity, empowerment, and positivity, and we champion peripheral thinking, consistency, and expertise. If you thrive in a business that values direction, recognition, and decisive action, you’ll feel right at home here.
Interested?
We’re reviewing CVs now! Apply today or contact Arden Personnel for more information.
📩 Send your CV to l.fletcher@ardenpersonnel.co.uk
📞 Call us on 01789 532220 Alcester or Redditch 01527 911700
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Arden Personnel is a local independent recruitment agency with offices in Alcester, Warwickshire and Redditch, Worcestershire.
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