Upstream
Job Title: Materials Supervisor
Location: Remote working for UK Client
Overview
We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Inventory & Materials Planning Specialist to support supply chain operations within the Oil & Gas sector. This role is responsible for optimizing inventory levels, improving materials management processes, and ensuring efficient supply across multiple sites or regional operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and optimize inventory planning activities, including forecasting, replenishment, and safety stock strategies.
- Monitor and control inventory levels to minimize excess, obsolete, and slow-moving stock.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, procurement, and finance to align supply chain strategies with business objectives.
- Analyze demand patterns, lead times, and supply variability to drive data-informed decisions.
- Utilize SAP (ECC or S/4HANA) to manage materials data, inventory transactions, and reporting.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives across materials management and supply chain processes.
- Develop and maintain reporting dashboards and performance metrics to track inventory health and service levels.
- Identify risks and opportunities within the supply chain and propose mitigation strategies.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
- Proven experience in materials management and inventory planning within a multi-site or regional environment.
- Experience in the Oil & Gas industry, with exposure to field operations, product lines, or project-based supply chains.
- Strong understanding of inventory planning principles, including forecasting, replenishment, safety stock, and lead time management.
- Hands-on experience with SAP (ECC or S/4HANA) in a materials and inventory context.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Power BI or basic SQL/data querying is a plus.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
Preferred Skills
- Experience working in fast-paced, operational environments.
- Familiarity with data visualization and reporting tools.
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and cost optimization.
Benefit of Working with Visuna?
- A dedicated member of the team responsible for your placements and welfare
- Some of the best day rates in the industry
- FREE worldwide insurance and Medevac cover whist on a Placement
- 24/7 access to our specialist support team
- Assistance and advice on a range of business topics
- FREE access to our Competency Scheme
- Increased exposure to potential clients and more placement opportunities