Supply Planning & Inventory Manager

Anglo American / De Beers Group; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury jeweller is seeking a Supply Planning and Inventory Manager to optimize supply plans for its exclusive jewellery collections. The manager will be accountable for ensuring alignment with business targets while enhancing operational efficiency and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Benefits

Fantastic pension scheme

27 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare

Free breakfast & lunch at onsite restaurant

Free onsite gym

Flexible benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading supply chain and inventory strategies, preferably in luxury retail.
• Strong understanding of luxury retail dynamics and market trends.
• High attention to detail and commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply planning strategies to align with business objectives.
• Manage inventory levels to minimize excess and obsolete stock.
• Lead the supply planning and inventory team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Data-driven decision-making

Innovation

Education

Experience in luxury retail

Proven track record in supply chain strategies

Job description

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Company Description

De Beers London is the ultimate diamond jewellery house, globally recognised for its leadership and expertise in diamonds. As a challenger in the fine and high jewellery landscape, we offer a distinctive and unparalleled connection to the source, setting us apart with our unique diamond-first approach.

A destination for those seeking the most extraordinary diamonds for life's most significant moments, De Beers London delivers identifiable, ultra-desirable creations alongside unforgettable service and experiences. Our high jewellery collections showcase the pinnacle of artistry and craftsmanship, celebrating the rarest diamonds through innovative and breathtaking designs.

Through powerful and immersive storytelling, we create a compelling vision of luxury that resonate globally whilst remaining deeply relevant to local markets. With a presence worldwide, De Beers London is a luxury jeweller that prioritises craftsmanship and a client-first approach. Our commitment to innovation, artistry and heritage cements our reputation as the foremost authority in diamonds, making De Beers London the definitive jewellery Maison. You will be part of a legacy that defines the future of luxury.

Job Description

The Supply Planning and Inventory Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimising the supply plans and OTB management for all of De Beers London's jewellery collections. This role ensures that supply plans and purchasing strategies align with business targets and initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. The key deliverables include optimised inventory levels, on time delivery, efficient supply chain operations, and improved product availability, ultimately driving sales and reinforcing De Beers London's position as a leader in the luxury jewellery market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement supply planning and execution strategies that support the business objectives of all jewellery collections.
• Manage the relationship with the De Beers Polished (DBP) division to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials.
• Ensure supply plans incorporate updated trends and purchasing strategies (moq, leadtime, suppliers' customer base).
• Ensure supply plan management to guarantee intake aligned with Model Stock TGT and Matrix.
• Ensure all supply plans are aligned and signed off according to OTB targets and governance.
• Monitor all Inventory and projections to enable total supply chain inventory reconciliation aligned with targets
• Responsible for input to suppliers' scorecards, monitoring spending and purchasing trends (Diamonds & Finished Goods).
• Oversee the management and optimisation of supply plans and inventory levels to minimise excess and obsolete inventory while mitigating out-of-stocks.
• Implement and maintain inventory management systems to ensure accurate tracking and reporting.
• Manage yearly supply plans for all jewellery replenishment and new launches.
• Plan and book production capacity for jewellery and diamonds to meet demand forecasts and ensure timely delivery.
• Provide actionable insights to senior management to support informed decision-making.
• Lead and manage the supply planning and inventory team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive execution of supply chain and inventory initiatives.
• Take accountability for delivering results that contribute to the success of the business.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation within the supply chain and inventory management processes.
• Monitor and report on the performance of supply chain and inventory initiatives, ensuring continuous improvement.

Qualifications

What You'll Do

• Act Like an Owner: Take full responsibility for the supply chain and inventory strategy and execution, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Create Clarity: Clearly define objectives, expectations, and standards for supply chain and inventory initiatives. Communicate effectively to ensure alignment and understanding across teams.
• Empower Teams: Foster a collaborative environment where team members are encouraged to innovate and take ownership of their work.
• Succeed Together: Build strong cross-functional relationships to ensure cohesive and successful execution of supply chain and inventory initiatives.
• Challenge Conventions: Continuously seek and implement innovative solutions to enhance supply chain and inventory processes. Be open to new ways of thinking and encourage creativity within the team.

Who You Are

• Proven track record in leading supply chain and inventory strategies. Experience in inventory management preferably in luxury retail.
• Strong understanding of luxury retail dynamics, market trends and customer behaviour.
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
• Demonstrates a proactive and accountable mindset. High attention to detail and commercial acumen.
• Data-driven to inform decisions and strategies, ensuring clarity and precision in your approach.
• Ability to drive continuous improvement.
• Values innovation, efficiency and a client-first approach.
• Committed to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Consistently striving for excellence and continuous improvement.
• Celebrates achievements, learns from challenges and contributes to a positive work environment.

Additional Information

• A great working environment
• Fantastic pension scheme
• 27 days of holiday + bank holidays with the opportunity to buy or sell 5 more days
• Private Healthcare
• Mental health is a top priority for De Beers Group - we offer free subscription to Headspace and have mental health first aider
• Competitive salary
• Your Choice membership discounts
• Employee share schemes
• Staff discount
• Free breakfast & lunch at onsite restaurant
• Free onsite gym
• Flexible benefits package

Who we are

De Beers Group is a company with a rich history and a sparkling future. Since 1888 our experts have searched the world for nature's most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant - for our people, our customers and the world around us. Venetia Mine is part of De Beers Group Managed Operations Business which integrates mines, operations and support functions in the De Beers Group producer countries of Canada and South Africa to shape a safe, sustainable future for De Beers Group's people, shareholders, communities and partners.

Safety

Safety first is a way of life for us. We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

Inclusion & Diversity

We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Referrals incentive applicable: This opportunity is open to a paid referral incentive according to the Referral Policy. Referral incentives are applicable to De Beers Group internal employees only.

Building Forever

Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making - it is how we do business. Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers' trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.

Background Checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

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