Supply Chain Planner

Frontline; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension

Informal hybrid working arrangements

Additional volunteering leave

Employee assistance programme

On-site gym and parking

Discount schemes

Salary-sacrifice options

Learning and development

Coaching and mentoring

Job summary

Frontline, based in Peterborough, is seeking a proactive Supply Chain Administrator to manage a portfolio of market-leading magazines from planning through to delivery. You’ll build strong relationships with publisher teams, suppliers, and carriers while improving forward planning and reducing reactive issues.

The role involves occasional travel to meet publishers and other key contacts, with an informal hybrid working model and a minimum of eight office days every four weeks.

Qualifications

• Experience of supply chain activity in magazines, FMCG or a similar environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and sound business judgement.
• The ability to plan, prioritise and meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, negotiation and continuous improvement.
• A flexible, collaborative approach and the ability to work well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Managing publisher titles from initial planning through to collection and delivery.
• Building strong working relationships with publisher teams, external suppliers and carriers.
• Developing understanding of the operational supply chain and identifying cost-saving or value-adding opportunities.
• Providing clear updates on production delays, on-sale compliance, remedial activity and unbudgeted costs.
• Tracking title performance and improving forward planning to reduce reactive issue management.
• Working across departments and taking part in field visits to share best practice and build knowledge.
• Acting as the operational communication link between the carrier and internal teams.
• Placing manual orders for non-traditional accounts.
• Providing cover for wholesale operations, including compliance reporting, invoice queries and day-to-day wholesale queries.

Skills

Supply chain planning

Relationship management

Excel

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Negotiation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Can you turn careful planning and strong relationships into reliable, cost-effective delivery?

This is an opportunity to manage a portfolio of market-leading magazines through the supply chain, from planning and collection through to wholesale delivery. You'll help ensure titles reach consumers at the right time, in the right place and in the right quantity, while supporting cost and service targets.

Working closely with publisher teams, suppliers, carriers and colleagues across the business, you'll improve forward planning and help reduce reactive issues.

If you enjoy working in a fast-moving environment, building strong relationships and finding practical solutions, this is a great opportunity to develop your supply chain experience as part of a friendly and supportive team.

The role is based at our Peterborough office, with occasional travel to meet publishers and other key contacts.

We offer an informal hybrid working model, with a minimum of 8 office days every 4 weeks.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing publisher titles from initial planning through to collection and delivery.
• Building strong working relationships with publisher teams, external suppliers and carriers.
• Developing your understanding of the operational supply chain and identifying cost-saving or value-adding opportunities.
• Providing clear updates on production delays, on-sale compliance, remedial activity and unbudgeted costs.
• Tracking title performance and improving forward planning to reduce reactive issue management.
• Working across departments and taking part in field visits to share best practice and build knowledge.
• Acting as the operational communication link between the carrier and internal teams.
• Placing manual orders for non-traditional accounts.
• Providing cover for wholesale operations, including compliance reporting, invoice queries and day-to-day wholesale queries.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience of supply chain activity in magazines, FMCG or a similar environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and sound business judgement.
• Confidence in building effective relationships with a wide range of internal and external contacts.
• The ability to plan, prioritise and meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving, negotiation and continuous improvement.
• A flexible, collaborative approach and the ability to work well as part of a team.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, particularly basic to intermediate Excel.

Please note Frontline Group is unable to provide sponsorship for this role.

About us

United by our mission to ‘Make the Complex Simple', we connect some of the world's most recognised brands with consumers across retail, media, and premium environments. We're the UK's leading magazine distribution business and a leading retail solutions partner across publishing and home entertainment, made up of three business units - Frontline Distribution Solutions, Frontline Retail Solutions, and Gold Key Media.

Through our three business units, we deliver market-leading solutions across publishing, home entertainment, and global brand engagement. From managing the retail journey for iconic titles like Vogue, Grazia, Radio Times and Good Housekeeping, as well as leading children's brands such as Pokémon , Frozen and Barbie, to working with major publishers, film and music studios, and leading UK retailers including Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Morrisons and Waitrose, we play a critical role in bringing products to market. Our reach also extends to premium global environments, with brand placements across major travel hubs, four- and five-star hotels, airport lounges, and internationally renowned events - partnering with world-leading hospitality venues to engage high-value audiences.

Whether it's magazines, collectibles, books, music, film, or global brand campaigns, we combine deep industry expertise, strong partnerships, and innovative execution to deliver commercial success for our clients.

Our Culture

We're passionate about developing talent and supporting our people grow and thrive.

Our people are at the heart of our success. You'll be part of a business that celebrates diversity and creates an environment where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves.

Guided by our I ACT values - Impact, Ambition, Collaboration, and Trust - you'll work in a team that encourages innovation, drives sustainable performance, and supports your development, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact within a happy, high-performing and inclusive working environment.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing and lifestyle, including:

• Contributory pension, including life assurance, and income protection
• Informal hybrid working arrangements, combining in-office and remote/home working.
• Additional leave: 2 paid volunteering days per year and family-friendly policy
• Wellbeing support, including our Employee Assistance Programme
• On-site gym and parking at Stuart House, Peterborough
• Reward Gateway scheme - Smart Spending App with access to a range of deals and discounts
• Salary-sacrifice options including private medical insurance, car scheme, and holiday purchase scheme
• Learning and development opportunities
• Coaching and mentoring available to all colleagues