Hybrid Network Design Analyst — Data-Driven Logistics

Marks and Spencer; Hemington; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% colleague discount

Discretionary bonus schemes

Strong pension and life assurance

Tailored induction and training

Job summary

Marks & Spencer seeks an Assistant Network Design Manager to help shape a streamlined and scalable logistics network for Fashion, Home & Beauty. You will analyse data, model opportunities and collaborate with internal teams, partners and 3PLs to inform network design and decision-making.

The role involves working across distribution centres, stores, fulfilment locations and transport networks, including final mile. Travel between Bradford, Castle Donington and Welham Green centres is expected.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and turn insight into practical recommendations.
• Knowledge of supply chain, logistics or retail operations, with an interest in developing expertise in network design and optimisation.
• Experience using data and modelling tools such as Excel, Power BI or SQL to support analysis and decision-making.
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to build effective relationships and work confidently with a range of stakeholders.
• Clear communication skills, able to explain complex information in a simple and engaging way for different audiences.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of network solutions that help deliver the strategic goals of the Fashion, Home & Beauty Supply Chain & Logistics transformation.
• Deliver data-driven analysis and modelling to evaluate opportunities, quantify impacts and support informed decision-making.
• Contribute to the creation of network blueprints, operating models and business cases across distribution, fulfilment and transport operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve network performance, simplify complexity and enhance service, efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Collaborate with operational teams, business stakeholders and third-party partners to support the successful delivery of network design initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data interpretation

Stakeholder management

Communication

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Marks & Spencer seeks an Assistant Network Design Manager to help shape a streamlined and scalable logistics network for Fashion, Home & Beauty. You will analyse data, model opportunities and collaborate with internal teams, partners and 3PLs to inform network design and decision-making.

The role involves working across distribution centres, stores, fulfilment locations and transport networks, including final mile. Travel between Bradford, Castle Donington and Welham Green centres is expected.