Overview
Booker • Equity House, Irthlingborough Road, Wellingborough • Apply by 17-Oct-2025
As part of our continued focus on building a smarter, more agile supply chain, we are offering the opportunity for a passionate and forward-thinking colleague to step into the role of Lead Supply Chain Analytics Manager. This is a high-impact role at the heart of Booker's supply chain strategy, ideal for someone who thrives on solving complex problems, driving innovation through data, and influencing long-term business outcomes. You\'ll play a key role in shaping our network design, improving inbound capacity planning, and simplifying the systems and processes that underpin our operations.
Why Apply?
* Shape the future of Booker\'s supply chain in a role with real strategic influence
* Work with a supportive and ambitious team that values innovation and continuous improvement
* Gain exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional projects
* Grow your career within the Tesco Group, with access to development opportunities and internal mobility
What is in it for you
Booker offers a great place to work with opportunities to advance your career, plus a comprehensive package of benefits.
* A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year
* After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day (thirteen times a year); 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases
* 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, plus additional deals throughout the year
* Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco Bank (terms and conditions apply)
* Free eye test when you spend £50 or more; save 30% on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses
* 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy
* Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
* Access to discounted deals on an exclusive site, including a cycle to work scheme
* After 3 months service, eligibility to join the Save As You Earn share scheme
* Retirement savings plan (pension) — save up to 5% with Booker matching
* Life Assurance — death in service cover up to three times annual pay
* Health and wellbeing support including an Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP
* A great holiday package
You will be responsible for
Strategic Network Planning
* Lead the development of long-term plans for our supply chain network, ensuring we are set up to meet future demand efficiently
* Use data and scenario modelling to evaluate network utilisation and identify opportunities for optimisation
* Collaborate with logistics, commercial, and operational teams to align network design with business strategy
Reporting & Insight
* Own and evolve our reporting suite for inbound capacity, warehouse utilisation, and supplier performance
* Build dashboards and tools that provide clear, actionable insights to senior stakeholders
* Help the business make smarter decisions by turning complex data into compelling business cases
Automation & Simplification
* Identify manual processes that can be automated to improve efficiency and accuracy
* Work closely with IT and data teams to streamline data flows and reduce system complexity
* Lead the simplification of legacy tools and reporting platforms to improve usability and reduce duplication
Leadership & Collaboration
* Lead and develop a small team of analysts, fostering a culture of curiosity, ownership, and continuous improvement
* Act as a connector between supply chain, commercial, and technology teams
* Champion data-driven thinking across the wider Booker business
You will need
* Experience in supply chain analytics, planning, or strategy—ideally within Booker, Tesco, or a similar environment
* Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel, SQL, and Python
* A track record of simplifying complex systems and driving automation
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* A collaborative mindset and a passion for making things better
* Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field (e.g., Supply Chain, Engineering, Maths, Business)
About us
Booker is the UK\'s leading food & drink wholesaler, serving independent retailers, caterers and small businesses. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, and six support centre locations across the UK.
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. We are committed to creating a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you need accessibility support during the process, please contact recruitment personnel.
We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome discussions about flexible working. Please visit our website for more information: www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk
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