Materials Analyst

We are currently recruiting for a Materials Analyst on behalf of our client, based in Oxford. The successful candidate will be responsible for analysing all Material Management and Logistics processes and stock holdings. In particular, the role examines how stock levels affect inventory costs, order fill rates for both internal and external customers, and overall customer satisfaction. You will support the Material Management Department and senior management in implementing company policy, procedures and stock optimisation strategies.

Role: Materials Analyst
Pay: £21.51 per hour via Umbrella
Contract: 37.5 hours per week, 12 months contract
Location: Oxford – 1 day hybrid
IR35: Inside
SC Clearance: BPSS

Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for stock optimization, drive overall stock health by running weekly MRP reports, executing supplier purchase orders, maintaining Min/Max systems within SAP and managing the equipment pool alongside CAMO and Planning teams.
• Analyse aged stock profiles in close collaboration with the Finance team to devise mitigation strategies, while collaborating with MRO teams to maintain high-turnover spares and Aircraft General Spares that form part of Min/Max system.
• Conduct and execute in-depth performance analysis across core KPIs, including On-Time Response (OTR), On-Time Delivery (OTD), Stock Collection Adequacy (SCA), and fill rates. Perform Root Cause Analysis and incorporate wider metrics into monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting to elevate customer satisfaction.
• Proactively review, map, and refine all Materials Management and Logistics processes to eliminate inefficiencies, align operations with industry best practices, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the department.
• Oversee and maintain departmental software systems, ensuring accurate application of SAP (including AiO & EC2) in line with standard work instructions, while maintaining and developing the INVU Paperless System.
• Create professional divisional presentations using PowerPoint or Google Slides, while overseeing administrative tools such as cost files, product databases, and invoice query resolutions to ensure peak operational efficiency (eg. cost file maintenance, product description database, invoice queries).
• Demonstrate appropriate Commercial awareness in all business activities ensuring that the company’s commercial position is adequately safeguarded.
• Build strong team relationships across the Material Management Department and support seamless daily operations by providing flexible holiday cover for adjacent roles as needed.
• Adhere strictly to the Code of Conduct, ensuring proactive risk management and export compliance integrity.
• Provide cross-departmental support to key stakeholders while delivering regular status updates on investigations and work-in-progress to the Material & Logistics Manager.
• Actively support the Commercial, Sales, and Bid teams by providing critical materials data, cost insights, and logistical feasibility support for prospective business opportunities.

Requirements:
Essential

• Advanced proficiency in Excel, and SkyWise or similar
• Strong background in data modelling, inventory analytics, stock modelling, and structured problem-solving
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across all organisational levels and external stakeholders
• Commercially aware and customer-service driven
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
• Full UK Driving License, eligibility for UK Security Clearance (SC/DBS), and compliance with Export Regulations
• Proficiency in English reading and writing including a minimum of 6 GCSEs and up to 2 A Levels (or equivalent)

Desirable

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Logistics, Supply Chain, or an Aviation-based discipline
• Experience with SAP systems
• Familiarity with INVU paperless systems or equivalent workflows

If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply now!
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