Do you love turning data into smart decisions and making sure the right stock is in the right place at the right time? If you enjoy problem-solving, planning ahead, and making a visible impact every day, this is the role for you.
In this fast-paced position, you’ll be at the heart of stock availability—accurately allocating product to retail outlets using our in-house replenishment system and ordering from suppliers to meet future demand. You’ll manage the timely closure of orders, so products are picked and delivered on schedule, while balancing availability with optimal stock holding.
With a sharp eye on cost-effective replenishment, you’ll analyse stock levels and conduct store visits to maximise efficiency and performance across the estate.
We offer an informal hybrid working model, with a minimum of 8 office days in Peterborough every 4 weeks.
What you’ll be doing
* Run and optimise the store-level replenishment model, increasing frequency during peak and seasonal periods
* Manage range changes, replenishment rules, and scenario planning to maximise availability, sales efficiency, and cost effectiveness
* Monitor performance, allocation effectiveness, shrink, returns, and variances, taking corrective action where required
* Ensure availability targets are met across BAU and key launches, including detailed volume planning from day-one supply onwards
* Order stock weekly from distributors and manage stock effectively through seasonality, events, and wholesale opportunities
* Forecast and mitigate risks from shortages or performance failures, advising stakeholders up to six months ahead
* Apply continuous improvement to stock utilisation and recommend actions such as phasing out titles or improving future launches and algorithms
We are looking for people with
* Experience in media distribution, logistics, FMCG, or a similar sector (preferred)
* Exposure to demand planning, inventory management, or supply chain (advantageous)
* A highly organised and methodical approach, with the ability to work to tight deadlines
* Confidence and proficiency in the use of systems
* Strong planning, analytical, and numeracy skills are essential
* Effective communication skills, strong relationship-building ability, and the confidence to challenge constructively
* A positive, resourceful mindset and a high level of commitment to making a difference
Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you. If you’re excited about the role and believe you could be a great fit, we encourage you to apply.
What’s in it for you
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing and lifestyle, including:
* Contributory pension, including life assurance, and income protection
* Informal hybrid working arrangements, combining in-office and remote/home working
* Additional leave: 2 paid volunteering days per year and family-friendly policy
* Wellbeing support, including our Employee Assistance Programme
* On-site gym and parking at Stuart House, Peterborough
* Reward Gateway scheme – Smart Spending App with access to a range of deals and discounts
* Salary-sacrifice options including private medical insurance, car scheme, and holiday purchase scheme
* Learning and development opportunities
* Executive coaching and mentoring available to all colleagues
About us
Join the Frontline Group — Making the Complex Simple. Frontline Group is made up of three dynamic business units—Frontline Distribution Solutions, Frontline Retail Solutions, and Gold Key Media—supported by key enabling functions. United by our mission to Make the Complex Simple, we’re the UK’s leading retail sales, marketing, and distribution company, with a strong presence in publishing and home entertainment.
We collaborate with UK and international retailers, wholesalers, and supply chain partners to deliver on our clients’ commercial goals with the vision to be the most valued Distribution and Retail solutions partner. We partner with iconic UK magazine publishers, representing titles like Radio Times, Good Housekeeping, TV Choice, Heat, Top Gear, Grazia, Vogue, Cosmopolitan, Empire, National Geographic, and many more. We also work with major film studios to manage DVD distribution in grocery retail: and run the book category for retailers such as Morrisons and Waitrose. We are currently expanding into additional categories such as music, collectables and other exciting products. Through Gold Key Media, we also manage premium brand placements across, hotels, travel hubs, and world-famous events internationally
Jointly owned by Bauer Media and Immediate Media Company (Hubert Burda Media), Frontline Group offers career opportunities across a wide range of business areas. We’re passionate about developing talent and have a strong track record of helping our people grow and thrive.
Our Culture
Our teams are made up of trusted industry professionals. We celebrate diversity and ensure everyone feels welcomed, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves.
Our I ACT values—Impact, Ambition, Collaboration, and Trust—drive sustainable performance, business growth, continuous innovation, and a happy work environment.
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