Replenishment Analyst

About the Role

The Replenishment Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring optimal stock availability across stores to support sales growth and enhance customer satisfaction. The role focuses on maintaining the right balance between product availability and stock levels through accurate ordering, effective master data management, supplier performance monitoring, store queries and close coordination with internal stakeholders including Warehouse, Stores, Suppliers, Commercial team and Planner.

Key Responsibilities

Stock Availability & Ordering

• Place orders with suppliers in line with the agreed ordering schedule and business requirements.
• Review historical sales performance and adjust system parameters to reflect trends and seasonal changes.
• Monitor and manage KPIs including product availability, stock holding, waste, and supplier service levels.
• Track inbound shipments and proactively highlight potential delays or risks to availability, proposing mitigation actions where possible.

System & Master Data Management

• Maintain accurate master data in SAP, including lead times, minimum order quantities (MOQs), replenishment types, and sources of supply.
• Configure and manage replenishment systems (e.g., FnR/Slimstock) to ensure accurate and efficient ordering.
• Follow weekly replenishment processes as directed by the Planner (e.g., near-expiry checks, allocation reviews, availability commentary).

Analysis & Planning Support

• Analyze stock performance and identify opportunities to optimise inventory levels.
• Provide analytical support to the Planner for non-standard requirements such as seasonal planning and forecasting.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise closely with Stores and Warehouse Operations to identify and resolve replenishment issues.
• Communicate with suppliers to address service level concerns and follow up on outstanding orders.
• Collaborate with Planners and Category Managers to support effective inventory management.
• Review, analyze, and respond to store queries in a timely and professional manner.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an FMCG retail environment.
• Experience with replenishment systems, inventory management processes, and forecasting methodologies.
• Experience working with analytical tools and data-driven decision making.

Required Skills

• Good understanding of FMCG retail operations and supply chain processes.
• Strong knowledge of stock management principles and replenishment systems.
• Good understanding of data analysis and performance monitoring.