Head of Partnerships

2 months ago

Hatfield, United Kingdom Ocado Retail Ltd Full time
Vacancy NameHead of Partnerships & Commercial ExcellenceVacancy NoVN640Job TypePermanentLocationHatfieldJob Details Contract type: Permanent
Location: Hatfield, Hertfordshire - 3 days in the office per week
Working hours: 40
Level: Head of Department
Application closing date: Sunday 18th August

About us

Our mission is to deliver joy in every shop, through unbeatable choice, unrivalled service and reassuringly good value.

We’re Ocado Retail , a market-leading, joint venture between Ocado Group and M&S and the world’s largest dedicated online supermarket . Not only is Ocado.com the only place to shop a full range of M&S food online, it’s also the home to the widest online supermarket range in the UK and champion of small, independent brands. We’re also the brains behind , our same-day grocery delivery service.

About the team and the role

The Commercial Development team consists of Commercial Strategy, Pricing and Promotions, Seasonal Events and Trade Operations and Partnerships and Commercial Excellence, who together support the trading team to deliver our commercial targets. This role reports into the Director of Commercial Development and is a key member of the wider Commercial Development team.

The Partnerships and Commercial Excellence team is made up of: Partnerships Lead supported by Commercial Optimisation Manager and Strategic Partnerships Associate Supplier Relationships Senior Associate Commercial Excellence Manager supported by a Trading Project Manager We’re looking for a commercial leader, ideally with experience of working in retail and a track-record of managing strategic partnerships. The breadth of the role would suit either a generalist or provide an experienced buyer with new, complementary skill set to help take their career to the next level.

What you’ll do

Partnerships:

Managing our relationship with Marks & Spencer: Managing the delivery of the M&S range onto Ocado.com Working with the trading teams to optimise commercial performance of M&S products Working with other functions to coordinate and track other projects between M&S and Ocaod including Supply Chain, sourcing and marketing Brands: Developing and running our challenger brand community and events Delivering our annual supplier conference and other key events Commercial Excellence: Programme management of strategic initiatives across the commercial function, ensuring that each of the various teams are working effectively together and delivering their strategic objectives Leading, from inception to roll-out, commercial wide projects such as the delivery of the Trading Systems Transformation programme - including launching new operational systems and enhanced ranging & supplier set-up processes Shaping and coordinating internal and external communications across the commercial team including commercial away days Run change management programmes for key new initiatives impacting the trading team
Who you are Experience in commercial leadership, buying, management consulting or retail strategy roles. Ideally with experience of managing strategic partnerships and / or change programmes Proven experience leading projects, taking ownership and delivering strong customer and commercial outcomes Strong problem-solving skills and a track record of structuring and analysing complex problems. Ability to spot commercial opportunities whilst driving customer outcomes Comfortable leading teams through change and operating in a fast paced and dynamic environment Experience managing multiple stakeholders across several functions and seniority levels with the ability to influence at all levels and build strong trusted relationships
What’s in it for you

By joining Ocado Retail you’ll have the chance to experience life at the world’s largest online retailer, work with an amazing bunch of people who challenge what’s possible each day and grow your skills and career in online retail.

If that’s not enough to tempt you, you’ll also get access to loads of great benefits to sweeten the deal. Here’s a taste of what we offer:

Health & Wellbeing: Private medical insurance with option to add your family, Digital GP appointments, market leading family policies, mental health support, discounted gym memberships, dental insurance and more.

Spend & Save: Annual bonus scheme split between personal and business objectives, recognition with reward platform, up to 7% matched pension contributions, 15% Ocado discount, 20% M&S discount, free breakfast everyday in the office, electric vehicle leasing scheme and free shuttle bus from Hatfield station to the office.

Never miss the moments that matter: Blended/Hybrid working, 26 days holiday plus 8 flexible bank holidays, options to buy extra holiday, 2 weeks work from anywhere and lifestyle break opportunities.

Our Hiring Process

Lucky for us, we get loads of great applications and we really appreciate that so many people put the time and effort in to apply. To recognise that, we treat all applications respectfully and fairly. So, if yours stands out, you’ll follow our standard hiring process - one of our Talent Partners will talk you through this in an initial call.

Everyone’s welcome

We’re an equal opportunities employer. That means that we make sure all potential colleagues are treated fairly and equally. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know on the application form.

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