Supply Chain Manager

Booker; Little Irchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a passionate Supply Chain Manager to oversee the planning and movement of stock. This role includes optimizing inventory levels, managing supplier relations, and leading a team in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have extensive FMCG experience and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in FMCG, including leading and managing high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to work autonomously, taking ownership of tasks and delivering results.
• Strong problem-solving and commercial decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end planning and movement of stock.
• Maintain stock-holding targets while ensuring service level targets are met.
• Support the successful launch of key new lines and lead performance reviews.

Skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Job description

Booker Group is looking for a passionate and results-driven 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 Equity office, you will report to the Lead Supply Chain Manager and collaborate with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment.

In this role, you will oversee the end-to-end planning and movement of stock, ensuring an efficient flow from suppliers to the distribution centre and ultimately to stores. Using data-driven insights, you will optimise inventory levels while maximising product availability to meet business demands.

• Maintain stock-holding targets while ensuring service level targets are consistently met.
• Ensure smooth intake planning by adhering to established processes and best practices.
• Manage delisted stock and overstocks, ensuring their value remains within company-set targets.
• Foster strong supplier relationships through managed and minuted 306090 meetings that drive Collaboration, controlled inventory and end to end efficiency
• Identify seasonal trends and implement proactive planning to maintain on-shelf availability.
• Monitor market trends and provide timely, data-driven insights to Supply Planners.
• Communicate sales trends effectively, ensuring action plans are in place to optimise sales performance.
• Support the successful launch of key new lines, maximising sales while minimising handling at branches and distribution centres.
• Continuously review Route-to-Market (RTM) strategies to optimise costs and service levels.
• Oversee promotional planning, ensuring forecasts are completed on time, addressing issues proactively, reviewing forecast accuracy, and supporting clearance plans post-promotion.
• Lead performance reviews for under-performing suppliers, driving improvement and accountability.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings and annual reviews to develop talent, support career progression, and enhance team performance.
• Manage a small portfolio of suppliers, ensuring effective collaboration and performance.
• Oversee root cause analysis within the team, ensuring accuracy and implementing corrective measures.
• Escalate and collaborate with IT on system issues, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption.

• Extensive experience in FMCG, including leading and managing high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to work autonomously, taking ownership of tasks and delivering results.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, building strong relationships at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and commercial decision-making abilities, with a strategic and analytical mindset.
• Excellent attention to detail, including report writing, data interpretation, and maintaining accurate records.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant markets, staying up to date with industry trends and developments.
• Adaptable and flexible approach to work, adjusting to changing priorities and business needs.

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome.

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

We’re proud that Booker is aDisability Confident Committedemployer and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please [e-mail]

Please note

We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.

On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.

*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*

For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk