Department: Supply Chain Retailer
Position: Network & Fulfilment Planning Manager
Key Responsibilities:
1. Develop and maintain a supply chain network plan to support the growth of the Company in the United Kingdom.
2. Adapt network capacity plans to ensure local delivery in conjunction with structuring a strategic 3-year plan.
3. Create accurate assessments and recommendations for change and investment proposals related to the supply chain infrastructure and fulfilment modelling.
4. Identify tactical opportunities to reduce capacity constraints to support on-going stock flow, particularly during peak trading periods.
5. Lead and coach a high performing team, setting an example for others.
6. Engage stakeholders across Merchandise, Finance, Distribution, Retail Operations, and third-party providers to achieve buy-in and influence future performance.
7. Design and implement planning and process tools to improve flexibility of the DC network.
8. Work cross-functionally to ensure stock flow and availability targets are met with customer-friendly solutions.
9. Make recommendations to improve processes and systems deployed in Distribution Centres.
10. Plan inbound, outbound, and reverse flow volume performance by setting clear KPIs and conducting regular performance reviews.
11. Ensure continuous improvement in analytical modelling and reporting for better decision making.
12. Review performance and achieved KPIs, proposing actions to recover risks and maximize improvement opportunities.
13. Develop capability and performance of direct reports, ensuring consistent demonstration of company values.
Qualifications:
* Experienced knowledge of retail supply chains including strategy, planning, operations, stock management, and analytics.
* Demonstrated experience in delivering significant change and network improvement within a large organization.
* Strong interpersonal skills; a team player with the ability to influence and present to senior levels, including UK Board level.
* Proactive, self-motivated, and diligent with attention to detail.
* Strong leadership skills with experience in delivering performance improvements.
* Good IT and numerical skills, particularly with MS Office packages.
* Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
* High understanding of Third Party Logistics and the UK distribution landscape, including inventory and working capital challenges.
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