Supply Chain Manager – Venus Spirits & Wine Ltd

Booker; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distributor of wines and spirits in Greater London is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to manage operations during a critical integration project. Responsibilities include maintaining product availability, leading a team, and optimizing supply chain efficiency. Ideal candidates will have clear communication skills and at least 1-2 years of relevant experience in supply chain management. This role requires 3 days on-site in Tottenham, aiming to enhance the overall performance of supply chain processes.

Benefits

Inclusive recruitment process

Flexible working options

Disability Confident Committed employer

Qualifications

• Clear communication skills are essential for team interactions.
• Experience with demand planning and forecasting is critical.
• Need proven problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Maintain optimal stock levels across all sites.
• Lead and support the team during changes.
• Report on supplier shortages and stock gaps.
• Manage inter‑company stock transfers between depots.

Skills

Clear, confident communication skills

Experience in demand planning and forecasting

Proven problem‑solving skills

Effective stakeholder management

Proficiency in Excel and data analysis

1–2 years’ experience in a similar role

Multitasking with attention to detail

Tools

Excel

Job description

About Us

Venus Wine and Spirit Merchants PLC is a trusted UK distributor of premium wines and spirits, proudly part of Booker since June 2024. With over two decades of expertise, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional products and service to our customers.

Headquartered in Tottenham, London, we operate distribution depots in Leeds, Bristol, Manchester, and Kingswinford, alongside Gerry’s of Soho—one of the nation’s most iconic spirits retailers.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on supply chain operations during a critical integration period, while working with one of the most respected names in the drinks industry.

Role Overview

We are seeking a resilient, solution‑focused Supply Chain Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping operational practices during Venus’ integration into Booker systems. You will drive service excellence, optimise supply chain efficiency, and reduce costs while leading a team of two Supply Planners.

Your remit will span inventory management, demand forecasting, and supplier collaboration, ensuring consistent stock availability across depots and retail sites. Daily reporting on shortages and out‑of‑stocks will provide vital insights to support data‑driven decision‑making.

Location

This role is based out of Tottenham. 62 Garman Rd, London N17 0UT. The successful candidate will be required to spend up to 3 days in the office.

Responsibilities

• Product availability and maintaining optimal stock levels across all sites
• Leading, coaching, and supporting your team through organisational change
• Proactively escalating, challenging, and resolving supply chain issues
• Producing daily reports on supplier shortages and stock gaps
• All key performance indicators sales, stock and availability.
• Managing inter‑company stock transfers between depots
• Partnering with logistics teams to optimise turnover and minimise out‑of‑stocks
• Collaborating with the Buying team on forecasting, promotions, and new product launches
• Developing demand scenarios to address market fluctuations and seasonal peaks

Essential Skills & Experience

• Clear, confident communication skills
• Experience in demand planning and forecasting
• Proven problem‑solving skills with a solution‑oriented mindset
• Effective stakeholder management across teams and suppliers
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis
• 1–2 years’ experience in a similar supply chain role
• Competent at multitasking with exceptional attention to detail

Desirable

• Previous experience within the drinks industry

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

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.

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.

Please note that 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.