Description
We are recruiting for a Supply Chain Specialist - Development to develop Supply Chain processes and systems to ensure delivery of industry leading availability for customers; maximising sales and profit.
You will partner closely with our senior development leadership team, IT team and wider business functions.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Contribute to the development and delivery of process & system improvement opportunities in order to drive improvement in availability whilst minimising stock and waste.
- Contribute to the delivery of improvements in productivity for operational colleagues.
- Provide systems and process support for supply chain colleagues in order to help maximise sales and deliver profit within agreed targets.
- Recommend opportunities to make things simpler for colleagues, working within a culture of continuous improvement.
- Deliver projects within timescales and on budget, mitigating project risk where relevant to minimise waste.
- Develop existing and future state Supply Chain system requirements designing and refining processes in order to meet strategic and operational objectives.
For this role, we’re looking for someone who has:
- Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of operational Supply Chain and how it links with other divisions; commercial, logistics, manufacturing and stores.
- Knowledge of project management tools and techniques.
- Strong communication skills, ability to engage others.
- Ability to be able to analyse complex data and draw conclusions.
- Ability to take business strategy and develop project scope within timelines.
- Background in operational supply chain (ideally FMCG).
- Previous experience of delivering.
We value your hard work and commitment, and in return, we provide:
- Generous holiday entitlement.
- Discretionary bonus scheme.
- 15% discount in our supermarkets and convenience stores from the day you join us.
- Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member.
- Genuine career progression and development opportunities.
- Subsidised staff canteen.
- Free parking.
- Competitive pension and life assurance.
- Healthcare / Wellbeing benefits including Aviva Digital GP.
- 'MyPerks' with discounts at high street shops, cinemas and gyms, and lots more.
- Optional payroll charity donations.
- A range of family-friendly policies including 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave along with neonatal and fertility leave.