Supply Chain Analyst

Supply Chain Analyst (Packaging & Logistics)

Location: Solihull, West Midlands

Salary: Circa £32,000 per annum (paid hourly)

Type: Full Time | Initial Agency Assignment with Long-Term Opportunity

Interviews: Available Immediately

Rapier Employment are recruiting for a Supply Chain Analyst (Packaging & Logistics) to join a busy logistics operation supporting a leading automotive manufacturing facility in Solihull. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical and motivated individual who is looking to develop a career within supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, or continuous improvement. Full training will be provided, making this role suitable for candidates with relevant experience who are keen to learn and progress. Working within a fast-paced operational environment, you will play a key role in ensuring packaging availability, supporting production requirements, resolving supply chain challenges and identifying opportunities to improve operational performance. Working Hours

Monday to Thursday: 07:45am to 4:00pm

Friday: 8:00am to 3:00pm

30-minute paid break

Fully site-based role, 5 days per week

The Role: This is a varied position combining data analysis, problem-solving, stakeholder management and operational support. You will work closely with suppliers, freight providers, operational teams and internal stakeholders to ensure packaging requirements are met and production is not adversely affected.

Key responsibilities include

Managing packaging-related queries and operational issues

Investigating packaging shortages, defects and supplier concerns

Analysing logistics and packaging data to identify trends and improvement opportunities

Maintaining accurate information across internal systems

Supporting continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives

Working collaboratively with suppliers, freight providers and operational teams

Monitoring packaging performance and availability

Supporting business projects and operational improvement activities

Producing reports and data-driven recommendations

Escalating risks and helping implement corrective actions

Conducting visual quality inspections and operational investigations on site

Please note that this is not solely a desk-based position. While data analysis forms an important part of the role, you will also spend time within the operational environment carrying out inspections, investigations and liaising directly with site personnel.

Candidate Requirements We are interested in hearing from candidates with experience in supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, production, operations, planning or analytical roles.

The ideal candidate will possess

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Previous experience within a logistics, supply chain, manufacturing or production environment

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel

A positive and proactive attitude

The ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively

Strong customer service skills

A professional and reliable approach to work

A willingness to learn and develop within a specialist area

What's On Offer?

Salary of circa £32,000 per annum

Full training and support

Opportunity to work within a leading automotive manufacturing environment

Exposure to supply chain, logistics and operational functions

Career development and progression opportunities

Involvement in business improvement and cost-saving projects

Company laptop provided

Supportive and collaborative working environment

For over 35 years, Rapier has been trusted by employers and job seekers across the UK. We’re recognised experts in transport, logistics and warehousing recruitment, supplying drivers, warehouse operatives and production staff to some of the country’s biggest brands. www.rapieremployment.co.uk