Head of Supply Chain

Independent Vetcare Limited; Bagstone; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working at Keynsham site

Job summary

Independent Vetcare Limited’s Pet Drugs Online is seeking a senior supply chain leader to own S&OP and stock policy across the business. You’ll report to the Managing Director and lead stock control, planning and our carrier/3PL partners, turning demand forecasts into executable plans to protect margin and cash.

You’ll set stock policy, own stock accuracy and supplier performance, and ensure strong stock plans behind promotions, launches and major purchases, working with Commercial, Finance and

Qualifications

• Senior level leadership in supply chain across planning, purchasing and logistics.
• Ability to translate forecasts into actionable stock and cash plans.
• Experience with DTC models and long lead-time suppliers is advantageous.
• Experience with carrier and 3PL relationships and performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Run the monthly S&OP cycle, turning one agreed demand forecast into a supply and purchasing plan the business can stick to
• Set stock policy across the whole range, with different rules for fast movers, slow movers and prescription lines
• Own stock accuracy, supplier performance and our carrier and 3PL relationships
• Make sure every promotion, range launch and major purchase has a credible stock plan behind it, working with Commercial, Finance and Warehouse Operations
• Lead the managers across stock, S&OP, carrier and 3PL, and set the standards they work to

Skills

Senior supply chain leadership

Hands-on attention to detail

Direct-to-consumer (DTC) experience

Dropshipping experience

Lead-time and supplier management

Job description

job is to get the right stock to the right place when a pet owner orders, without tying up cash on the shelves.You'll report to the Managing Director, own Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), and lead the teams responsible for stock control, planning and our carrier and third-party logistics (3PL) partners.

• Run the monthly S&OP cycle, turning one agreed demand forecast into a supply and purchasing plan the business can stick to
• Set stock policy across the whole range, with different rules for fast movers, slow movers and prescription lines
• Own stock accuracy, supplier performance and our carrier and 3PL relationships
• Make sure every promotion, range launch and major purchase has a credible stock plan behind it, working with Commercial, Finance and Warehouse Operations
• Lead the managers across stock, S&OP, carrier and 3PL, and set the standards they work to

You Might Be a Great Fit If...We're looking for a driven, capable professional who brings:

• Senior supply chain leadership,
• A hands-on approach to the detail, such as a reorder point or supplier lead time, and the ability to step back and understand what it means for margin, cash, customers and the wider operation
• A background in distribution or reselling, which is highly preferred
• Direct-to-consumer (DTC) experience, which is highly desirable
• Dropshipping experience and experience managing suppliers with long lead times would be advantageous
• A commitment to supporting our purpose and values

How We'll Support You

• Hybrid working, with three days a week at our Keynsham site

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Keynsham, Bristol, EnglandCentral Functions - Operations /Pet Drugs Online (#####) /Hybrid

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK's number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.Pet Drugs Online is one of the UK's leading online pet pharmacies and retailers, helping pet owners access trusted medication, healthcare products and everyday essentials quickly, safely and conveniently. As part of inspiring vet care, Pet Drugs Online combines the agility of a growing ecommerce business with the strength and expertise of a leading veterinary care teams play a vital role in making pet healthcare more accessible through innovation, operational excellence and outstanding customer experience.

How You'll Make a Difference

Pet Drugs Online sells 7,000 products, from prescription medicines to bulky, seasonal, short-dated and supplier-constrained lines. Your