18 Inventory Processes jobs in the United Kingdom

Warehouse Management system Business Analyst

Contract role 6+ Months – Inside Ir35

Job Location : London

Hybrid 3-4 days onsite /Week

Role Purpose

The purpose of the role is to liaison and bridging the gap between customer and Wipro delivery team to comprehend and analyze customer requirements and articulating aptly to delivery teams thereby, ensuring right solutioning to the customer.

J͏ob Description

 Min 4-5 end-to-end implementations of BY WMS or extensive warehouse management support

Strong in managing customer expectations, stakeholder management, regular reviews, and customer management

ocus on delivery-led growth leading to increased revenue generation

ontribute to RFP responses, customer presentations and project estimations

trong knowledge of SCM Planning concepts, practices, and procedures

xpert in customization of WMS models, conversant with MOCA, custom operation plan release mechanism in warehouse planning.

unctional & Technical hands-on experience in BY WMS.

uild custom functionalities in BY WMS

ands-on experience in BY integration, batch processes, Solution Architecture

ands-on experience in MOCA, Oracle PL/SQL components and fine-tuning SQL process

amiliarity with agile principles and project management

bility to produce quality deliverables with minimal supervision and direction

ands-on experience in handling business requirements in JIRA and similar tools

bility to conduct Business End user Training and grooming internal talent pool

bility to demonstrate a high level of responsiveness and a sense of urgency

rocess oriented with ability to problem solve and think outside of the box

xperience to independently manage presentations to Customers and Stakeholders

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2. Engage with delivery team to ensure right solution is proposed to the customer

a. Periodic cadence with delivery team to:

• Provide them with customer feedback/ inputs on the proposed solution

• Review the test cases to check 100% coverage of customer requirements

• Conduct root cause analysis to understand the proposed solution/ demo/ prototype before sharing it with the customer

• Deploy and facilitate new change requests to cater to customer needs and requirements

• Support QA team with periodic testing to ensure solutions meet the needs of businesses by giving timely inputs/feedback

• Conduct Integration Testing and User Acceptance demo’s testing to validate implemented solutions and ensure 100% success rate

• Use data modelling practices to analyze the findings and design, develop improvements and changes

• Ensure 100% utilization by studying systems capabilities and understanding business specifications

• Stitch the entire response/ solution proposed to the RFP/ RFI before its presented to the customer

b. Support Project Manager/ Delivery Team in delivering the solution to the customer

• Define and plan project milestones, phases and different elements involved in the project along with the principal consultant

• Drive and challenge the presumptions of delivery teams on how will they successfully execute their plans

• Ensure Customer Satisfaction through quality deliverable on time

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3. Build domain expertise and contribute to knowledge repository

• Engage and interact with other BA’s to share expertise and increase domain knowledge across the vertical

• Write whitepapers/ research papers, point of views and share with the consulting community at large

• Identify and create used cases for a different project/ account that can be brought at Wipro level for business enhancements

• Conduct market research for content and development to provide latest inputs into the projects thereby ensuring customer delight

Life on the team

The GTS (Group Technology Sourcing) vision is to continue to 'be the best' in executing our purpose of enabling the success of our customers by being a trusted, agile and innovative provider of technology around the world.

We will achieve this by delivering great experiences for our customers, working closely with our Technology Partners to create Powerful Partnerships and enhancing our capability to ensure our future relevance. We must do this whilst supporting our customers internationally, wherever they need us, and at all times ensuring that we work closely as a one GTS team to deliver the best possible outcomes in the most effective and efficient manner.

As an Inventory Controller you will be proactively managing and monitoring GTS Inventory across the Group (UK, France & Germany) reviewing in collaboration with GPM and Sales against Customer Contracts, forecasts and SLAs. You will be responsible for reporting and analysing aged inventory working alongside the Purchasing Teams to reduce aged inventory.

What you'l
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do

• Producing, distributing, and analysing BATnet and cube reporting for GTS Inventory
• Reporting, analysing and management of customer forecasts in collaboration with Sales and the relevant GTS departments for DLM Customer Contracts
• Monitor GTS IC inventory levels with Purchasing and Logistics and Technical Services against agreed targets
• Analyse and model inventory data making recommendations to all GTS Purchasing Managers in relation to aged inventory which includes international and portfolio Customers
• Identify continual process and ways of working improvements in relation to Inventory Management
• Monitor and mitigate inventory risks during product transitions in line with Customer requirements
• Processing and monitoring stock provision charges.

What you'll need

The ideal candidate will come from a Purchasing and/or Logistics Administration background with excellent analytical and communication skills. They must be self-motivated with a high attention to detail and are able to manage a wide and time sensitive workload, bringing together multiple pieces of information from varied sources.

• Monitor and manage inventory levels across the warehouse, ensuring accuracy through regular cycle counts and physical inventories.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate inventory records within the Warehouse Management System (WMS) or other relevant inventory software.
• Implement and enforce inventory control policies and procedures to prevent loss and damage.
• Track the movement of goods into and out of the warehouse, ensuring proper documentation.
• Coordinate with the receiving and shipping departments to ensure accurate recording of all inventory transactions.
• Identify slow-moving or obsolete stock and recommend appropriate actions.
• Generate regular inventory reports for management, highlighting key metrics and potential issues.
• Assist in the planning and execution of physical inventory counts.
• Optimize warehouse layout and product placement to improve inventory accessibility and flow.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements related to inventory management.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing inventory accuracy and efficiency.

• Proven experience in inventory control, warehousing, or a related logistics role.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) or other inventory software.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to conduct physical counts and reconcile inventory records effectively.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Basic understanding of supply chain and logistics operations.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations in a warehouse environment is advantageous.

• Develop and implement effective inventory management and control strategies.
• Optimise stock levels to meet demand while minimising holding costs and stockouts.
• Manage and refine warehouse processes remotely, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
• Utilise WMS and ERP systems for inventory tracking, order management, and reporting.
• Conduct regular cycle counts, physical inventories, and audits to ensure data accuracy.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance warehouse efficiency and inventory accuracy.
• Collaborate closely with procurement, sales, and logistics teams.
• Develop and enforce inventory control policies and procedures.
• Analyse inventory data to identify trends and make recommendations.
• Provide remote oversight and support for warehouse operations.

• Maintain accurate inventory records within the Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventories to verify stock levels.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies promptly and effectively.
• Develop and implement procedures for efficient receiving, put-away, picking, and shipping processes.
• Optimize warehouse layout and storage methods to maximize space utilization and workflow.
• Ensure all inventory movements are accurately logged and documented.
• Monitor stock levels and report on inventory turnover and aging stock.
• Coordinate with the logistics team to ensure timely replenishment and dispatch of goods.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations within the warehouse environment.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements related to inventory management and warehouse operations.

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in warehouse operations, with a specific focus on inventory control.
• Proficiency with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles and best practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Experience with lean warehousing techniques is a plus.