Network Optimisation Manager

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail organization in Plymouth is looking for a Senior Supply Chain Leader to drive performance and optimisation across its operations. This strategic role entails collaboration with various teams and involves significant responsibilities including network design, cost management, and performance tracking. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and extensive experience in supply chain leadership, specifically in retail and omnichannel settings.

Benefits

Long service awards

Cycle to work scheme

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in supply chain network performance or planning leadership roles.
• Experience in retail and omnichannel environments, ideally including FMCG.
• Financial and P&L management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive roadmap for supply chain network optimisation.
• Partner with teams to identify and deliver performance improvements.
• Monitor industry trends and integrate best practices.

Skills

Network optimisation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

SAP APO/IBP

Supply Chain Guru

Job description

A newly created, senior leadership role is now available for a passionate, analytical, and customer-focused professional to take ownership of network performance and optimisation across a fast-paced retail operation. This is a high-impact position, driving supply chain excellence across both high street and online channels, with influence spanning short-term performance gains through to long-term innovation and strategic growth.

This field-based operational role will involve close collaboration with senior stakeholders to ensure the supply chain is agile, cost-effective, and capable of supporting ambitious growth plans.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and execute a comprehensive roadmap for supply chain network optimisation.
2. Deliver measurable improvements in cost, quality, and speed.
3. Align network design with strategic business objectives and growth plans.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

1. Partner with Procurement, Operations, Logistics, IT, and other teams to identify and deliver performance improvements.
2. Facilitate workshops and reviews to drive continuous improvement.
3. Support strategic decision-making through supply chain capabilities.
4. Introduce automation and digital tools across systems, transport, and warehousing.
5. Monitor industry trends and integrate best practices.
6. Model multiple network scenarios to optimise capacity, service, and cost.

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

1. Establish and monitor KPIs to track network performance.
2. Deliver clear insights and updates to senior leadership.
3. Identify and resolve operational issues through in-depth analysis.

Scalability & Growth Enablement

1. Build a resilient and scalable network capable of meeting future demand.
2. Develop capacity and capability plans to support strategic growth.
3. Embed robust processes to sustain long-term performance.

What Were Looking For

1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
2. 5-10 years in supply chain network performance or planning leadership roles.
3. Experience in retail and omnichannel environments, ideally including FMCG.
4. Strong knowledge of network optimisation, planning, inventory, and execution.
5. Advanced Microsoft Excel and Office Suite skills.
6. Excellent organisational and governance skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
7. Confident communicator and presenter at the executive level.
8. High-energy self-starter with a collaborative and hands-on approach.
9. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
10. Proven ability to influence and manage senior stakeholders.
11. Experience managing retail-specific challenges such as seasonal peaks and promotional cycles.
12. Demonstrated results in cost, quality, and speed improvements.
13. Financial and P&L management experience.
14. Familiarity with tools such as Supply Chain Guru, Data Guru, SAP APO/IBP.

What's On Offer

1. Long service awards
2. Cycle to work scheme
3. Flexible and hybrid working options

If you are currently seeking a new challenge and feel you would be a good fit, then please submit an up-to-date CV using the apply button below. For an informal chat, please call TQR Plymouth and ask for Laura. Many thanks for your interest.

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