Supply Chain Data Scientist

PE Global is currently recruiting for an experienced Supply Chain Data Scientist to join our manufacturing client based in Desford, Leicester. The role is an initial 12-month contract with the possibility of extension, and the rate for this role is £23.00 p/hour PAYE or £31.50 p/hour Umbrella.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse complex supply chain datasets across areas including packaging, supply chain planning, purchasing, material planning and transportation.
• Identify data gaps and opportunities and translate complex data into meaningful business insights.
• Develop automated solutions to improve supply chain processes, including the automation of PFEP (Plan for Every Part) activities.
• Bring together data from multiple functions and systems to improve visibility and support data-driven decision-making.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports and data visualisations using Power BI.
• Use Python, SQL, Power Query and other coding languages to manipulate and analyse data and improve reporting capabilities.
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Support supply chain planning and cross-functional projects across packaging, logistics and transportation.
• Support the transition to a new ERP system over the next 12 months, with the opportunity to take a lead role in reviewing and improving processes.
• Develop analytical solutions that highlight gaps, inefficiencies and opportunities across the supply chain.

Requirements

• Approximately 5 years' experience working in a similar data-focused discipline, ideally within an organisation handling large and complex datasets.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills are essential.
• Experience with coding languages, with Python and SQL highly desirable.
• Intermediate Power BI experience, including developing dashboards and data visualisations.
• Strong Power Query experience.
• Experience working with SAP, ERP or MRP systems would be advantageous.
• Ability to gather, manipulate, interpret and analyse complex data.
• Experience developing or working with databases.
• Supply chain experience is highly desirable, particularly within manufacturing, logistics, packaging or planning environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of your area of responsibility.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to translate technical information into practical business insights.
• Project management or continuous improvement experience would be advantageous.

Working Pattern: Initially 08:00–16:00, with flexibility within reason. The role is primarily onsite, with some flexibility to work from home once established in the position.

Interview Process: One-stage interview, with candidates required to prepare a 10-minute presentation consisting of 5 slides on a project they have previously worked on.

Please note PE Global cannot provide visa sponsorship for this role. Candidates will need the full right to live and work within the UK for at least the next 6 months.