Supply Chain Planning Manager

3 weeks ago

Walsall, United Kingdom Poundland Full time
About the role...

Poundland is seeking a dynamic and experienced Supply Chain Planning Manager to set the strategic direction for the smooth flow of goods from supplier to store across a number of our key FMCG departments. The Supply Chain Planning Manager will champion maximising availability across the breath of range whilst optimising sales, margin and cost in collaboration with our Buying, Merchandising and Distribution teams. 

We are committed to our core values: Care for our Colleagues, Love our Customers, and Protect the Pound/Euro. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make a significant impact within a leading discount retailer.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Why choose us?
  • An annual bonus acknowledging your contributions to our success
  • Benefit from a car allowance that supports your daily commute and adds convenience to your work-life balance
  • A comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes set you up for success
  • Holiday allowance is increasing by one day per year (up to 33 days) with the option to purchase additional days after two years' service, plus an extra day off for your birthday
  • In-store discount of 10% and exclusive discounts through our colleague benefits online portal
  • All year-round initiatives to recognise and reward our colleagues
  • Enhanced family-friendly benefits and life assurance
  • Access to Employee Assistance to support your well-being
Your Impact and Responsibilities…

As our Supply Chain Planning Manager, you will:

  • Interact with a variety of internal and external stakeholders 
  • Leading the team to deliver inventory policies that get the right stock in the right place at the right time, whilst achieving key availability and stock KPIs
  • Develop improved ways of working and processes and lead the team to embed them
  • Manage OTB (Open to Buy) and WSSI (Weekly Stock & Sales Inventory) for your departments to ensure alignment to budget
  • Lead trading and management of sales, stock and clearance in season
  • Analyse historical, promotional, and in-season performance data to drive strategic actions
  • Ensure optimum stock levels and launch availability through effective supplier collaboration
  • Collaborate with the Buying team to drive sales and profitability through optimisation of range planning and stock exit management 
Skills and Knowledge…
  • Significant experience of end-to-end supply chain
  • Enthusiasm to work in fast paced and ever-changing environment
  • Excellent leadership skills
  • Strong commercial planning, attention to detail and decision-making skills 
  • Ability to influence and drive commitment across teams
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
  • Working knowledge of core retail commercial processes
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Minimum of 2- 3 years’ experience in Supply Chain management, including allocation and replenishment

 

Join us at Poundland and help shape the future of retail by optimising our supply chain and delivering exceptional value to our customers. 

Apply now to make a real difference

About us...

Since our humble beginnings in 1990, Poundland has evolved into a retail powerhouse with over 900 stores and nearly 18,000 dedicated colleagues across the UK and Republic of Ireland. The addition of Dealz in 2011 further solidified our presence, enabling us to reach millions of customers with our unparalleled value offerings. 

At Poundland & Dealz, we don't just offer products at unbeatable prices; we cultivate an environment where every colleague can thrive and contribute to our mission of providing amazing value to millions of customers.

Our commitment to excellence, inclusion, and sustainability forms the foundation of our culture, empowering our team members to be the best versions of themselves while making a meaningful impact on the communities we serve. Our behaviours and the hard work, commitment and passion of our wonderful colleagues make it all possible.

We like to keep things simple, so we have just three behaviours that lie at the heart of everything we do and keep us on track. They are Love our customers, Care for our colleagues, and Protect the Pounds and Euros. By living our behaviours every day, we've created a land that is fun, friendly, and full of surprises—a place where our people can truly be the best versions of themselves

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