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Location: Office based, Bardon Distribution Centre, North-West Leicestershire. Hours of work: Monday – Friday, hybrid working available. Salary: From £30,000 / annum. This is a permanent role in our UK Distribution Centre in Bardon, Leicestershire.
Overview
VF Corporation is a global apparel company connecting people to the lifestyles they cherish. Our purpose is to power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and the planet. This role sits within the analytics support function and focuses on supplying the Distribution Centre with the right products, consumables and packaging while supporting sustainability and compliance reporting.
Responsibilities
* Procurement & Cost Management: Manage procurement processes, negotiate supplier contracts, monitor performance, and ensure cost-effective purchasing aligned with budgets
* Reporting & Finance Support: Provide monthly reports, support month-end closings, and communicate with Finance on budget and off-term purchases
* Quality Assurance: Oversee consumables planning and purchasing; implement corrective actions based on data analysis; manage supplier feedback and penalties for poor quality
* Operational Planning: Lead event strategy and peak planning, conduct weekly reviews to ensure delivery targets are met and forecasts are accurate
* Inventory & Delivery Oversight: Track consumables inventory, supplier performance, and delivery quality; support zero waste initiatives and planning team coverage
* Adaptability & Collaboration: Demonstrate flexibility in response to changing site needs and priorities; work collaboratively across departments to drive results
* Safety & Wellbeing: Promote and reward excellence in safety, health, and environmental practices across the Distribution Centre
* Environmental & Sustainability: Support site-wide environmental and wellbeing initiatives; contribute to sustainability compliance and reporting in collaboration with EMEA teams
* Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with site and brand stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment with brand objectives
* Compliance & Ethics: Ensure supplier adherence to policies on modern slavery, forced labour, and working conditions; maintain compliance across purchasing activities
Qualifications
* Strong analytical thinking and accuracy; detail-oriented and commercially minded
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills; fluent in English
* Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Word and Excel
* Independent and entrepreneurial spirit with a collaborative, results-driven approach
* Experience in a Distribution Centre, especially automated eCommerce, retail, or wholesale environments is beneficial but not essential
What’s In It For You
* Supportive, feedback-based culture founded on respect and integrity
* Inclusive international environment with diverse backgrounds
* Part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi-brand, multi-country organization
* Subsidised canteen and break-out areas with complimentary hot drinks
* Health Shield membership and access to health and wellbeing initiatives, including an on-site gym
* 25 days holiday rising with length of service + bank holidays and your birthday off
* Smart pension scheme with 8% employer contribution
* Free secure onsite parking
* Discount card with 50% off on all VF brands
Equal Opportunity statement: VF is committed to building a culture of belonging and providing equal opportunities for all associates and applicants.
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