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About the role
Booker Group is looking for a passionate and results-driven Lead Supply Chain Manager to join our established team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to make a real impact through their expertise, energy, and dedication.
Based at our Eccles office, you will report to the Supply Chain Manager Director and collaborate with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.
In this role, you will lead a team to efficiently plan and manage the flow of stock through the supply chain, ensuring optimal availability for our customers at the lowest cost. You will also play a key role in driving the transformation of our supply chain operations.
Main Responsibilities
1. Lead and support Supply Planners in achieving their key performance indicators.
2. Forecast and manage stock levels to maintain on-shelf availability while meeting stock targets.
3. Optimise stock movement into depots, ensuring service level targets are met and intake processes are followed.
4. Plan and execute seasonal and promotional activities to deliver high service levels.
5. Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and trends, implementing proactive solutions to maintain supply.
6. Develop and implement joint supply chain plans with key suppliers, fostering strong partnerships, managing Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), and improving efficiency.
7. Monitor and manage waste performance, ensuring effective clearance of discontinued and slow-moving stock.
8. Enhance team capability by developing seasonal plans, improving forecasting for promotions and events, and optimizing stock flow to maximize sales while minimizing waste and stockholding.
9. Build and lead a high-performing team, providing regular one-to-one support, feedback, and annual performance reviews.
10. Ensure all colleagues have a personal development plan and establish a robust succession plan for the team.
11. Collaborate with category and product teams to drive supply chain efficiencies, increase sales, and secure supply.
12. Work cross-functionally with wider Supply Chain teams to ensure the efficient flow of stock.
13. Support transformation initiatives, partnering with the Supply Chain Transformation team to enhance systems, processes, and operations.
14. Proactively resolve and escalate supply chain issues to the appropriate stakeholders as needed.
15. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, branches, and trading teams, working collaboratively to address challenges and align priorities.
16. Uphold the Business Code of Conduct, acting with integrity and diligence at all times.
17. Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.
18. Foster an inclusive and supportive leadership approach.
You will need
1. Exceptional communication & stakeholder management - Skilled in building strong relationships and effectively engaging with stakeholders at all levels.
2. Influencing & negotiation - Adept at persuading, negotiating, and driving positive outcomes.
3. Problem-solving & commercial decision-making - Analytical mindset with the ability to assess challenges and make commercially sound decisions.
4. Resilience & adaptability - Thrives in fast-paced environments, maintaining focus and composure under pressure.
5. Attention to detail & data analysis - Experienced in report writing, data interpretation, and maintaining accurate records.
6. Industry & market knowledge - Strong understanding of relevant markets, trends, and industry developments.
7. Flexible work approach - Ability to adapt to evolving business needs and challenges.
8. Legal, regulatory & ethical compliance - Ensures full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
9. Team development & safety - Committed to fostering team growth and maintaining a safe working environment.
10. Performance management - Focused on achieving company sales, service level, and customer satisfaction targets.
11. Budget & stock management - Skilled in controlling stock levels and managing budgets effectively.
12. FMG industry experience - Solid background in the Fast-Moving Goods (FMG) sector.
13. Autonomy & matrix management - Proven ability to work independently and navigate complex organisational structures.
14. People management - Experienced in leading, coaching, and developing teams.
15. Supply chain & supplier management - Skilled in overseeing supply chains, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring operational efficiency.
What's in it for you
At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:
* A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
* After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
* 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
* Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
* Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
* 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
* Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates.
* An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
* After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
* Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
* Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay.
* Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
* A great holiday package.
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