Lead distributor

At WHSmith, our people are at the heart of everything we do. They are the ones that go the extra mile for our customers. The ones that enable our growth. That’s why our International Supply Chain team is passionate about creating an environment where people can be creative and trailblazing in order to do their best work. We are looking for a Distributor to join our International Supply Chain team. In this role, the successful candidate will manage the flow of stock to DCs and stores to deliver optimal availability, sales and profit.

Contract Details

12 month fixed-term contract, effective from the 1st week of August.

What you will be doing:

• Calculating and creating purchase orders
• Managing stock intake and store stock levels to achieve month end targets as well as availability and fulfilment targets
• Generate ad-hoc reports on availability and supplier fulfilment

What we are looking for:

• Strong numerical skills with the ability to analyse large amounts of numerical data
• Excellent admin and organisational ability and strong attention to detail
• Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills, time management and prioritisation
• Great team player with good interpersonal skills and stakeholder management

How we reward our teams:

• Hybrid Working model from home and in the office
• 4pm Friday Finish
• Flexible Working
• 24 Days holiday, plus your Birthday off, plus Bank Holidays with an opportunity to buy extra days
• Family Friendly Leave
• Sharesave Scheme
• Annual Bonus based on company and personal performance

About us:

Celebrating 230 years, we’re proud to have grown and evolved into a globally recognised brand present in over 30 countries around the world, and we’re proud to be that air of familiarity people love and trust on their journey, both in life and through life. As a diverse group of over 5,000 colleagues, we are all on the same journey to a better business through our commitments to our planet, people and the communities we serve.

For UK and International Travel, our mission is simple – to create value for our stakeholders by providing a platform for global brands responsible for essentials and technology in airports (including our InMotion stores), hospitals, rail stations and other markets. Our office is based in a buzzing part of London close to Liverpool Street Station. We are an ambitious team that thrives on pace, collaboration and innovation, resulting in a real entrepreneurial culture at all levels. It’s perfect for people who are happy to use their initiative and embrace life outside their comfort zone.

At WHSmith, we’re all about creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone can be themselves and do their best. No matter your background, age, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or anything else that makes you, you – you’re welcome here.

We’re also open to flexible working where possible, so if that’s something you need, let’s chat. And if you need any adjustments during the selection process, just let our Talent Acquisition team know – we’re happy to help!