Supply Chain Specialist

4 weeks ago


High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom Hovis Full time

Welcome to Hovis, a company with a rich heritage of over 130 years in the baking industry, renowned for our beloved brand. We produce a variety of bread and bakery items infused with Hovis goodness. Our operations deliver approximately 1.3 million loaves daily across the UK and Ireland, including our well-known Mothers Pride and Ormo products.

With a dedicated workforce of 2,800 individuals across 8 bakeries, 1 flour mill, and 2 regional distribution centers, our success is attributed to the expertise of our employees in various fields such as baking, manufacturing, logistics, engineering, and central functions at our head office.

Role Overview:

An exciting opportunity has emerged for a skilled Customer-Focused Supply Chain Specialist to join our team, aimed at enhancing sales for the Hovis portfolio within the Morrisons estate.

The selected candidate will collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders at Hovis and Morrisons, utilizing data and systems to make informed decisions that optimize sales and product availability in Morrisons stores.

This position will be based at Morrisons Head Office with a hybrid working arrangement, collaborating with both Hovis and Morrisons Supply Chain Teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Enhance product availability and minimize waste through the utilization of Morrisons replenishment and reporting systems.
  • Ensure maximum availability of all Hovis products while keeping waste within acceptable limits.
  • Address any issues impacting product availability or supply to Morrisons.
  • Identify lost sales opportunities and work with the relevant Morrisons category team to implement corrective actions.
  • Analyze demand forecasts, manage forecast accuracy, and adjust stock allocations as necessary, sharing updates with the Hovis demand planning team.
  • Organize and participate in range and performance meetings with the Senior Category Demand Planner.
  • Conduct quarterly reviews with management and the Morrisons Supply Chain Category Demand Manager to align on future objectives.
  • Manage promotional, seasonal, and event-related activities.
  • Consult on and coordinate additional value-adding initiatives with the agreement of the Morrisons Supply Chain Category Demand Manager.

The ideal candidate will possess a passion for their work and the brand, demonstrating ownership and the ability to influence various stakeholders effectively.

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

  • A-Level education or equivalent.
  • Proficient in computer use with a focus on accurate data entry.
  • Excellent grammar and writing abilities.
  • Strong relationship-building skills across all organizational levels.
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role within the FMCG sector.
  • Self-motivated individual who takes initiative to drive improvements.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with retail metrics such as demand, waste, and availability.
  • Experience in data management and analysis, particularly with Excel or similar tools.
  • Proven ability to influence and drive change among stakeholders.

Why Choose Hovis:

At Hovis, we prioritize the well-being of our colleagues by offering a diverse range of benefits that go beyond salaries. Our benefits are tailored to meet the unique needs of our employees, enhancing their overall experience.

  • Flexible benefits selection through our Hovis Choice scheme, which includes savings and cashback offers on everyday expenses, eyecare vouchers, and a comprehensive healthcare plan.
  • Competitive annual leave and flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance.
  • Recognition of loyalty through generous long service and colleague recognition programs.
  • Three levels of pension options available.

Hovis is committed to fostering diversity and promoting equal opportunities in the workplace. All job applicants, employees, and workers will be treated with fairness and respect, regardless of their background or any protected characteristic.



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