Responsible for regional DC inventory deployment for given geography / number of stores.
Responsible for monitoring and replenishing across core portfolio, ensuring all SAR master data is accurate and reviewed / refreshed on a regular basis.
Execute all non core business plans, e.g. Events, NPD, Sale etc.
Ensure OSA is maximised, where there are supply constraints take pro active steps to protect sales.
Manage / update assortment list in partnership with commercial, ensuring SAR is fully up to date.
Liaise with the global supply chain on availability and product flow & manage constraints in supply locally, take / offer pro active actions to protect sales.
Analyse store stock position to understand the impact on service levels and the requirement to correct any shortfalls based on latest forecast / stock availability.
Report on store stock inventory, highlight for action excess / age of stock issues.
Manage discontinuations, exit of ranges.
Ensure new store openings are executed on time with all VM props etc.
Monitor new store openings and react to trends in sales in real time.
Support on team shared reporting

Experience in Supply Chain/ Merchandising, in a retail environment
Advanced Excel
Analytical and Numerate dexterity
Understanding of supply chain best practice
Experience of improving supply chain operational process
Excellent understanding of inventory management
Interacts Effectively – Team Working, Senior level Influencing and Negotiating – written and verbal reasoning
Manages Complexity – Methodical approach
Innovates – Seeks to improve and refine processes

a 6% non-contributory pension plan
23 days holiday
50% staff discount and access to product sample sales
access to Perks at Work, our online shopping channel with exclusive deals & discounts
LOVE money to spend on your wellbeing and personal development

Supply Chain Planner

Key skills