Supply Chain Planning Manager: Dotcom

BOOTS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in the UK seeks a Supply Chain Planning Manager to lead the dotcom supply chain planning process. The role emphasizes analytical insights, operational planning, and collaboration with various stakeholders. Previous leadership experience in supply chain management and knowledge of forecasting tools are crucial. The position offers comprehensive benefits and fosters an inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Discretionary annual bonus

Generous employee discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave pay

Flexible benefits scheme

24/7 counseling and support

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a supply chain related leadership role.
• Knowledge of forecasting and replenishment tools.
• Detailed knowledge of end-to-end supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the dotcom supply chain planning process.
• Develop insights for future network strategy.
• Define inventory strategies and oversee execution.

Skills

Leadership in supply chain

Forecasting and replenishment knowledge

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Tools

Azure

Power BI

Job description

Supply Chain Planning Manager (Dotcom)

Full‑time, permanent role based in the Nottingham Support Office. The role is pivotal to the success of our dotcom supply chain, working across stakeholder groups to ensure supply, commercial and operational plans are connected and our operations are setup for success.

About the role

Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain Planning in our Logistics function, the role works closely with Supply, Logistics Operations, Commercial and Digital Operations to ensure supply, commercial and operational plans are connected and operations are setup for success.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the dotcom supply chain planning process, turning business plans into accurate operational capacity plans, budgets and forecasts.
• Develop and use complex insights to help define future network strategy and capacity plans.
• Define and deliver continuous improvement projects that drive the best balance of operational capacity and cost with working capital investments.
• Define optimal inventory strategies and work with commercial supply teams on execution across the network.
• Participate in cross‑functional transformation projects as a supply chain subject matter expert.
• Provide inspirational leadership and support for a small team of planning experts.

What you’ll need to have

• Previous experience in a supply chain related leadership role.
• Knowledge and experience of forecasting and replenishment and operational planning forecasting tools and methodologies.
• Detailed knowledge of end‑to‑end supply chain operation and inventory management processes, with the ability to make appropriate trade‑off decisions.
• Analytical and highly organised, with the ability to turn complex data into meaningful insights and actions.
• Change management mindset with the confidence to try new things. Ability to work with and influence several stakeholder types, including at a Senior Leadership level.

It would be great if you also have

• Experience of Boots supply chain operations and systems.
• Detailed knowledge of current Forecasting and Replenishment systems and Order Management Systems for Dotcom order routing and fulfilment.
• Experience using Azure / Power BI tools to develop analytical insights and operational reporting requirements.

Our benefits

• Boots Retirement Savings Plan
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Generous employee discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
• Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more.
• Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme.

Why Boots

At Boots, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. As the heart of everything we do at Boots, with you, we change for the better.

What’s next

Where a role is advertised as full‑time, we are open to discussing part‑time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best. Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case‑by‑case basis.