Inventory Planning & Procurement Analyst (IPP Analyst)

Build strong partnerships. Make informed decisions. Deliver real impact.

At TD SYNNEX, we're looking for an Inventory Planning & Procurement Analyst to take ownership of inventory planning, procurement and financial performance across an assigned portfolio of leading technology vendors.

This is more than a purchasing role. You'll play an important part in ensuring we have the right products available to meet customer demand, while carefully managing inventory investment, commercial opportunities and financial risk.

Working closely with Commercial teams, vendors and colleagues across the business, you'll use data, insight and sound judgement to make informed decisions, challenge assumptions and proactively resolve issues.

We're looking for someone who enjoys understanding the bigger picture, takes ownership of their responsibilities and is motivated by making a measurable difference.

If you're analytical, commercially aware and enjoy working collaboratively to solve problems, we'd love to hear from you.

We’re not here to sell you a job. We’re here to invite you into a culture that values curiosity, celebrates diverse perspectives, and believes that great leadership starts with listening. If you're passionate about collaboration, building strong relationships and delivering results with accountability and clear communication, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Here are some of our benefits, but what really sets us apart is the way we work together. We're big on trust, transparency and making space for moments that matter.

• Hybrid working.
• Private healthcare, matched pension and enhanced parental and family leave.
• "Moments that matter" paid time off (yes, even for your pet's birthday).
• Four Business Resource Groups supporting inclusion and belonging.
• Clear progression paths and benchmarked salaries.
• Sustainability – we're building a greener future. We've reduced energy consumption in our UK offices by 19.2% year-on-year.
• A culture that values every voice and celebrates diverse perspectives.

Our values guide everything we do:

• Own it
• Grow and Win
• Dare to Go
• Do the Right Thing

We believe that when our values guide our actions, we build stronger teams, deeper relationships and a future full of possibility.

We're proud to be a Disability Confident employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, just ask.

What You'll Be Doing

Inventory Planning & Forecasting

• Take ownership of inventory planning and procurement across your assigned vendor portfolio, balancing customer demand, stock availability, inventory investment and risk.
• Prepare accurate inventory forecasts and financial outlooks, identifying potential risks and opportunities.
• Review demand forecasts, sales performance and supply requirements, challenging assumptions and identifying material variances.
• Support our Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process, translating agreed demand into effective inventory and supply plans.
• Proactively identify and address potential stock shortages, excess inventory and other planning exceptions.

Procurement & Inventory Management

• Execute purchasing activities accurately and efficiently, in line with agreed supply requirements, inventory budgets and approval controls.
• Monitor inventory performance against agreed targets and take appropriate action when performance deviates from plan.
• Actively manage aged, excess and slow-moving inventory, working with Commercial teams and vendors to develop and deliver effective reduction plans.
• Ensure procurement decisions support customer requirements while protecting inventory investment and minimising financial exposure.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, pricing and inventory information within relevant systems.

Financial & Commercial Management

• Produce accurate inventory and inventory-cost outlooks, supporting effective financial planning and budget management.
• Identify, understand and manage inventory-related financial risks, including price changes, price protection, depreciation and other inventory costs.
• Complete required financial reconciliations accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Understand and apply relevant vendor agreement provisions, working with Commercial and Finance colleagues to mitigate or recover costs.
• Support effective inventory budget and Open-to-Buy management through accurate forecasting and informed procurement decisions.

Vendor & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Build strong, productive relationships with vendors, Commercial teams and internal stakeholders.
• Participate in regular business and vendor planning reviews, providing clear insight into inventory performance, supply requirements and financial risks.
• Work collaboratively to understand commercial opportunities, customer requirements and changing market conditions.
• Confidently and constructively challenge assumptions or proposed decisions where inventory or financial risks are identified.
• Take ownership of issues, working with relevant stakeholders to achieve timely and practical resolutions.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Identify opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls and simplify ways of working.
• Investigate recurring issues, understand their root causes and help develop sustainable solutions rather than relying on repeated manual intervention.
• Support the implementation of new planning systems, tools, automation and improved working practices.
• Contribute to projects and improvement initiatives, taking ownership of agreed actions and deliverables.
• Share knowledge, support colleagues and contribute positively to the continued development of the IPP team.

What You'll Bring

Essential

• Experience in inventory planning, procurement, supply chain, forecasting or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify risks and translate findings into practical decisions and actions.
• A good understanding of inventory management, supply planning and procurement principles.
• Commercial awareness and an appreciation of how inventory decisions affect financial performance.
• Strong relationship-management and communication skills, with the confidence to collaborate, influence and constructively challenge.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with the ability to take ownership of issues through to resolution.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience using relevant business or planning systems.

Desirable

• Experience using SAP, SAP IBP or other integrated inventory and supply-planning systems.
• Experience within technology distribution or another fast-paced trading environment.
• CIPS, supply-chain, planning or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Experience working directly with vendors and Commercial teams.
• Involvement in process improvement, automation or business-change initiatives.

Ready to Make an Impact?

This is an opportunity to take real ownership, develop your commercial and analytical skills, and contribute to decisions that make a measurable difference to our business.

You'll join a collaborative team where ideas are encouraged, constructive challenge is welcomed and continuous improvement is part of how we work.

If you're ready to combine analytical thinking, commercial judgement and a proactive approach to inventory management, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help us shape smarter inventory planning at TD SYNNEX.

At TD SYNNEX, our values guide everything we do: Together, We Own It, We Dare to Go, We Grow and Win, and above all, We Do the Right Thing. These principles shape how we work with each other, our partners, and our communities as we drive innovation and create lasting impact.

What’s In It For You?

• Elective Benefits: Our programs are tailored to your country to best accommodate your lifestyle.
• Grow Your Career: Accelerate your path to success (and keep up with the future) with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on-demand courses.
• Elevate Your Personal Well-Being: Boost your financial, physical, and mental well-being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: It’s not just a phrase to us; valuing every voice is how we succeed. Join us in celebrating our global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer-to-peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.
• Make the Most of our Global Organization: Network with other new co-workers within your first 30 days through our onboarding program.
• Connect with Your Community: Participate in internal, peer-led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Apply anyway.

At TD SYNNEX, we’re proud to be recognized as a great place to work and a leader in the promotion and practice of diversity, equity and inclusion. If you’re excited about working for our company and believe you’re a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply. You may be exactly the person we’re looking for!