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Analyst, Contract Logistics
Analyst, Contract Logistics (Inventory & Operations)
Location: Brackmills, Northampton Hours: Mon–Fri, 8:00 – 16:00
About the Role
At DSV, we’re building the world’s leading logistics and transport network and are looking for a talented Analyst to join our team in Brackmills, Northampton, supporting inventory and warehouse operations.
Collaborate in a fast-growing business, develop your analytical skills, and be part of a global organisation with opportunities to shape the future of logistics.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and maintain daily, weekly, and monthly KPI reports for Inventory, Operations, and Senior Management review.
- Generate Job Clocking (JC) reports and productivity analytics, identifying trends, exceptions, and actionable operational improvements.
- Develop ABC analysis across clients to recommend pick-face reviews, storage strategies, and stock layout optimisations.
- Create trend analyses, exception reports, and data summaries to support stock accuracy, productivity, and compliance decisions.
- Extract, validate, and analyse data from approved sources, including:
- WMS (Warehouse Management Systems)
- Job Clocking
- Other agreed reporting tools
- Maintain and improve SQL/data extracts, adhering to DSV’s training, access policies, and authorisation guidelines.
- Provide compliance reporting support, covering:
- Putaway and storage
- Picking and relocation
- Inventory process checks
- Monitor shrinkage, capacity, and utilisation, reviewing client allocations via data-driven insights.
- Enhance reporting tools using Excel, SQL, and approved methodologies to automate tasks and improve efficiency.
- Support continuous improvement projects, customer implementations, and operational changes through data validation and analysis.
- Assist in CargoWrite reporting, Key User development, and EDI/Lightwell checks post-training.
- Prepare ad-hoc data support for:
- Inventory Team Leader
- Inventory Supervisor
- Stock & Systems Manager
- Senior Management
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Requirements
Essential
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including:
- Pivot tables
- Lookups and formulas
- Data validation
- Report building
- SQL experience or a strong working knowledge, with the ability to complete DSV’s SQL training and comply with access controls.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to:
- Interpret operational data
- Derive actionable insights
- Attention to detail, ensuring data accuracy and reliability before reporting.
- Clear communication skills for presenting insights to both operational and senior stakeholders.
- Familiarity with warehouse, inventory, or contract logistics processes; adaptability to learn new systems rapidly.
- Ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines while accommodating ad-hoc reporting demands.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and affiliative process automation.
Desirable
- Experience in:
- Contract logistics
- Warehousing
- Supply chain
- Inventory or operational reporting
- Working knowledge of WMS systems, such as CargoWrite or RedPrairie.
- Familiarity with:
- Job Clocking systems
- Labour productivity reporting
- Power Query, Power BI, or VBA
- Report automation
- CompTIA Data+ Certification or equivalent qualifications.
What We Offer
Join a driven, global company of 160,000+ colleagues across 90+ countries, growing your career while making a meaningful impact:
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Main Benefits
- Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and long-term growth opportunities in logistics and transportation.
- Enhanced Annual Leave, increasing with service length.
- Salary Sacrifice Schemes:
- Ultra-low emission cars
- Cycle to work initiatives
- Comprehensive Wellbeing Support through WeCare app, including flexible access to GPs for you and your dependents.
- LifeWorks app, granting cashback and discounts on high-street and online retailers.
- Life Insurance, plus access to expert probate support.
Next Steps
If this role excites you, apply with your CV today via our careers portal.
Policies in Place
- Right-to-work checks for all candidates.
- 5-year referencing and criminal record checks (site-specific requirements may apply).
DSV readily welcomes applications from talent agencies; However, please ensure your agency has previously engaged with DSV regarding this specific role.
Our Purpose: A Forward-Thinking Future in Logistics
We empower businesses worldwide to succeed by innovating, digitalising, and redefining supply chain excellence. From warehouse operations to global shipping, we’re committed to collaboration, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a dynamic, accountable work environment.
At DSV, we value performance-driven professionals who thrive on growth. If you’re passionate about logistics and ready to make an impact, let’s build the future together.
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