Successful FMCG retail business require a Supply Chain Manager. Applicants need previous experience in; supply chain management, senior supply chain analysis, demand planning or inventory management within a retail, wholesale or FMCG business.
The Supply Chain Manager will manage the end-to-end flow of product from manufacturers/factories into UK warehouses and distribution centres encompassing; purchasing, planning, forecasting and logistics. The role would suit a proactive and driven individual with deep experience in supply chain to take ownership of product/range availability.
Specific duties of the Supply Chain Manager include:
* Manage stock availability
* Forecasting demand monthly and planning for promotional events
* Identifying and resolving issues that affect stock efficiency and customer satisfaction
* Leading range changes and supporting new product launches
* Contribute to success of assigned ranges and products
* Liaison with 3PL and logistics services partners
Supply Chain Manager applicants should meet the following criteria:
* Experience working in a fast paced; FMCG, retail, wholesale or consumer product manufacturing environment
* Skilled in demand planning, forecasting and supply chain analysis activities
* Comfortable dealing with a high number of SKUs; 100+
* Proficient in the use of MS Excel (pivot tables, vlookups)
* Experience in the use of supply chain planning and demand planning tools/software
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