Overview
It’s a great time to join Screwfix. Thanks to the hard work of our team and record-breaking sales, we’re proud to be one of the fastest-growing retailers in the UK. And we want to pass that growth onto you.
We are seeking a proactive and commercially driven Category Supply Chain Manager to lead and manage the end-to-end supply chain planning for a defined category within our multi-channel retail operation. This role is accountable for ensuring optimal stock availability, executing seasonal and promotional strategies, and driving continuous improvement in supply chain performance. You will also be responsible for managing a team of Trade Counter and Distribution Centre (DC) Planners, ensuring consistent planning execution, performance management, and team development.
At Screwfix, we believe happy, fulfilled colleagues create a stronger business. That’s why we’ve built a workplace that works for you—combining flexibility, inclusivity, and sustainability with opportunities to thrive.
Work-Life Balance:
Enjoy the best of both worlds: Our hybrid working offering includes face-to-face collaboration at our welcoming Head Office and flexible hours to fit life’s priorities, whether it’s the school run or personal time.
Belonging & Growth:
From day one, you’ll feel part of a team that values your voice and supports your growth. We’re proud to champion diversity because we know unique perspectives make us stronger. Whether starting out or looking for your next step, you’ll thrive here
Sustainability That Matters:
We’re committed to creating a better future, taking bold steps to reduce carbon emissions, use sustainable packaging, and innovate for a greener world. Sustainability drives everything we do, and we’re proud to make a real impact for our planet and future generations.
Join Screwfix and discover a workplace where you can belong, grow, and help build a more sustainable future.
Responsibilities
1. Overall responsibility for the supply chain category plan
2. Accountable for maintaining category availability across a multi-channel retail
operation
3. Line management for a team of DC, TC and ORE Planners taking
responsibility for setting objectives, managing performance, supporting
development and ensuring a consistent approach
4. Accountable for implementing core range change, seasonal and promotional
campaigns effectively, utilising detailed forecast analysis and strong
commercial judgement.
5. Forecast the physical requirement of stock based on the sales forecast
including any promotional or seasonal purchases and store requirements
6. Manage the promotional lifecycle of ranges ensuring stocks of existing /
previous promotions are cleared before enabling the market team to make
commitments for new purchases
7. Work with the market and store operation teams to propose and drive
efficiencies in ranging to improve customer service
8. Own category stock health, reviewing and optimising budgets, minimising
stock provision and increasing stock turn
9. Building relationships internally with key stakeholders and externally with
suppliers, you will be expected to maintain strong, collaborative relationships,
and influence this network to deliver success.
10. Management of strategic vendors in conjunction with supply and market teams
11. Take an active role with project and development opportunities
12. Deputise for Senior Supply Chain Manager (where required)
Qualifications
13. Previous experience in financial modelling, developing commercial plans
and managing stock exit plans
14. A proven track record of high performance through delivering results and
achieving targets
15. Managing stock turn and implementing inventory strategies
16. Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
17. Experienced in forecasting for promotions and product life cycle
management
18. Experience working in a fast paced and high-pressured environment
19. Prior merchandising experience within a major retailer and to have traded
a range through a WSSI.
20. Strong communication skills with the ability to influence key stakeholders
across different business functions and be comfortable presenting to
Senior Managers
21. Prior experience of team management
22. Excellent excel skills (pivot tables/V lookups) and numerically competent
At Screwfix, Your Wellbeing Comes First:
We’re dedicated to helping you thrive at work and at home. With a fantastic range of benefits, opportunities for self-development, and an annual discretionary bonus of up to 20%, we put your wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.
Your Wellbeing, Our Priority:
Health Support: Employee assistant programme, access to wellness resources such as PepTalk, discounted cash health plans and gym memberships.
Financial Wellbeing:Flexible pay, savings, and financial coaching through Wagestream, up to 14% employer pension contributions and life cover of up to 4 x salary. Up to 20% discretionary bonus.
Everyday Perks: 20% staff discount at Screwfix and B&Q, discounts at hundreds of retailers via Hapi app and Cycle to Work scheme.
Opportunities to Grow: We believe in self-development and creating space for you to thrive. With access to training, career growth, and support networks, we’ll help you build a brighter future.
We believe in equity for all.