Selecta is the largest provider of unattended self-serve coffee and convenience food in Europe, leading the way in vending solutions and specialist coffee services. We are hiring a Supply Chain Analyst to join our team and be responsible for driving data-led decision-making across inbound supply, forecasting, inventory optimisation, and supplier performance management. This role moves beyond coordination and focuses on analytical insight, continuous improvement, and cost-to-serve optimisation across Parts and F&B categories. The Analyst will provide visibility, control, and performance reporting to ensure high service levels, reduced waste, and improved working capital efficiency. Operating within a 24/7 food & drinks distribution and technology-led business, the Supply Chain Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring product availability across Vending, Coffee, Smart Fridges, and Snack Markets while supporting operational excellence and financial performance. About Selecta Selecta operates across 16 countries within Europe, serving 12 million people every day. Within the UK we deliver a national service, relied on and trusted by circa 3,500 businesses to serve tasty beverages and snacks at a variety of locations from workplaces to schools, universities and hospitals and everywhere in-between. Requirements Demand Forecasting & Inventory Optimisation Develop and maintain advanced demand forecasting models using historical usage, seasonality, run rates, and supplier lead times. Optimise safety stock levels and reorder points to balance service level vs working capital. Conduct SKU performance analysis (sales vs waste vs margin). Lead aged stock reduction initiatives and slow-moving SKU rationalisation. Improve forecast accuracy through variance analysis and root cause reviews. Performance Analytics & Reporting Design and maintain dashboards for: Forecast Accuracy OTIF (On Time In Full) Inventory Days on Hand Waste % PO Cycle Time Provide weekly/monthly supply chain performance packs for leadership. Perform cost-to-serve analysis by SKU, supplier, and category. Support annual budgeting and financial forecasting. Supplier & Inbound Performance Analyse supplier OTIF, lead time adherence, and fill rates. Identify recurring NCR trends and lead root cause investigations. Track PO lifecycle performance from creation to goods receipt. Support supplier review meetings with performance data and improvement proposals. Monitor import lead times and customs performance. System & Data Integrity Ensure ERP accuracy M3 for: Pricing, Lead times, Part status & Minimum order quantities Lead data cleansing projects. Validate new SKU and supplier setups. Improve automation within ordering and reporting processes. Continuous Improvement & Cost Reduction Identify opportunities to: Reduce waste, improve stock turns, Lower holding costs & reduce express freight spend Support auto-replenishment optimisation. Implement structured inventory governance. Contribute to supply chain transformation initiatives. What You Bring to The Role Strong analytical capability with advanced Excel skills (Pivot, Power Query, modelling). Experience working with ERP systems (M3, SAP, Oracle or equivalent). Understanding of inventory planning principles (EOQ, safety stock, ABC analysis). Experience working in a multi-site distribution environment. Ability to translate data into actionable operational insights. Strong stakeholder engagement skills across Procurement, Warehouse, Operations & Finance. Nice to have skills with experience building dashboards and automated reports (Power BI or similar). Personal Specification Highly data-driven and commercially aware. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capability. Proactive and comfortable challenging existing processes. Resilient in fast-paced environments. Strong communication skills — able to influence through data. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Forecast Accuracy (% deviation vs actual) Inventory Days on Hand Waste Reduction % Supplier OTIF % Working Capital Reduction PO Cycle Time Data Accuracy % Performance Objectives Achieve >90% forecast accuracy on priority SKUs. Reduce inventory holding by 10% without service impact. Improve supplier OTIF by 15%. Reduce aged stock by 20% YoY. Deliver measurable cost savings through optimisation initiatives. Benefits · 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays · Life assurance equivalent to 2x your yearly salary · Five weeks of occupational paid sick leave for added security · Extended leave policy for greater flexibility · Free parking at our Head Office and other depot locations · Unlimited coffee and tea to keep you refreshed · Clear career progression paths with development opportunities · Strong leadership support to help you thrive · Employee recognition scheme to celebrate your contributions · Mental health and wellbeing support, including access to mental health first aiders At Selecta, we are committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and inclusion, embracing our differences to achieve our common goal. We are united in our principle of making people feel great, and we are grounded by our purpose to create more moments of joy for everyone through our ways of working. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.