Inventory Analyst (Supply Chain)

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Cork
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Full-time

1 day ago
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Summary:Our client, a leading biopharmaceutical organisation based in Cork, is seeking an Inventory Analyst to support manufacturing operations through effective inventory control and oversight, ensuring the availability, accuracy, and compliance of materials across multiple storage locations. This role will suit someone with a strong analytical mindset who is confident in challenging inventory-related decisions, particularly where there is financial or material impact, while working closely with cross-functional teams to drive inventory readiness, continuous improvement, and cost optimisation.Responsibilities:

Manage and oversee physical inventory and cycle counts across warehouse, manufacturing, and external storage locations
Review inventory trends, investigate discrepancies, and report findings to key stakeholders
Ensure raw materials are maintained in the correct stock status within ERP systems
Coordinate and verify the removal of expired raw materials and in-process inventory
Support reporting of key inventory metrics, including scrap, excess and obsolete stock, and overall inventory levels
Identify and support opportunities for cost savings and inventory optimisation
Review and support updates to standard operating procedures to ensure they remain effective and compliant
Ensure compliance with cGMP, SOX, and internal documentation and regulatory requirements
Support the development and execution of raw material replenishment strategies
Identify and implement improvements in purchasing and stock control processes
Review and maintain min/max inventory levels based on capacity and demand planning
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners, including third-party logistics providers
Challenge and validate inventory adjustment requests from warehouse and operational teams, ensuring appropriate justification and consideration of both quantity and financial impact

Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related discipline preferred
Minimum 2 years' experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, supply chain, or a related function
Experience in a GMP-regulated environment is strongly preferred
Experience with SAP S/4HANA or similar ERP systems is desirable
Experience working with third-party logistics providers and/or manufacturing inventory processes is advantageous
Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools preferred
Understanding of SOX and inventory compliance requirements

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