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Inventory Manager

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Superdrug

10d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Customer Relations
    Logistics

AI generated summary

  • You need supply chain experience with KPI management, process improvement skills, strong communication, stakeholder relationship management, and supplier relationship management expertise.
  • You will manage stock levels, ensure availability, forecast demand, collaborate with teams, place orders with suppliers, and enhance service standards while reducing SMS levels.

Requirements

  • Experience of Supply Chain, including operational responsibility of delivery of KPIs
  • Experience of providing supply chain solutions and processes improvements
  • Knowledge of supply chain channels from supplier to customer
  • Collaborative approach with strong influencing and communication skills
  • Examples of relationship building and management of internal stakeholders
  • Experience of managing supplier relationships

Responsibilities

  • Deliver fewer than 100 average gaps across the store estate
  • Deliver 95% DC availability
  • Maintain availability within business stock budget target
  • Maintain weekly DC replenishment parameters
  • Maintain a rolling collaborative demand forecast ensuring our Buying team and supplier contributes to the plan. A minimum of 12 week rolling forecast (may increase depending on supply lead times)
  • Ensure product stocking locations are correct and generate the optimal trunking level between both DCS
  • Deliver 60% of total event sales forecast in store for the first day of each event (40% for some faster moving high cube items)
  • Deliver 100% of total starbuy sales forecast in store for first day of each event
  • Place and control purchase orders with suppliers ensuring stock levels are managed within business budgets, and delivering a smooth flow through the DC network
  • Collaborate with Superdrug and Savers business units and departments to support the Commercial strategy
  • Liaise regularly with suppliers to ensure they meet agreed service standards
  • Provide management information on availability, stock levels and supplier service levels as required
  • Actively seek feedback on availability and stock to support continuous improvement
  • Work closely with Buying & Merchandising Teams to land strong promotional, seasonal and new line availability
  • Assist in driving down the level of SMS in the business

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we offer hybrid working patterns with 2 days working from home and 3 days in our office.

What is the role of the Inventory Manager?

The Inventory Manager is responsible for delivering excellent availability across our stores and distribution centers, managing stock levels, collaborating with various departments, and maintaining supplier relationships.

What qualifications are required for the Inventory Manager position?

The ideal candidate should have experience in supply chain operations, knowledge of supply chain channels, strong communication skills, and experience in managing supplier relationships.

How many vacation days do employees receive?

Employees receive 33 days of holiday, which can rise to 38 days with length of service.

What kind of discount benefits does Superdrug offer?

Employees receive 2 staff discount codes for themselves and a family member or friend, as well as a 30% discount on Superdrug Own Brand Products both in-store and online.

What systems and applications will I need to be familiar with for this role?

Confidence with IT is required, particularly with the ERP system Retek and applications such as Excel.

What are the key accountabilities for the Inventory Manager?

Key accountabilities include maintaining stock availability within budget, managing purchase orders, collaborating with buying teams, and delivering sales forecasts for events.

Is there a focus on relationship building in this role?

Yes, building relationships with internal and external stakeholders is a key attribute for the successful candidate.

How does Superdrug contribute to employee financial management?

Superdrug offers Wagestream, a money management app that allows employees to access a percentage of their pay as they earn it.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours are 37.5 hours per week, from 9.00 am to 5.30 pm.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Our purpose is quite simply to be the best in everyday accessible beauty and health. We are committed to bring innovation and the latest styles and trends to every high street in the UK and Southern Ireland at fantastic prices. As well as the best big beauty and health brands, our customers will also find a host of exclusive products that they won’t find anywhere else. Plus our Superdrug Own Brand collection is not only great value, it is excellent quality and all our beauty and toiletries Own Brand products carry the leaping bunny symbol which show they are certified by Cruelty Free International. We currently have over 800 stores including stores in the Republic Of Ireland and employ 12,500 colleagues. 200 stores have pharmacies with pharmacy consulting rooms. We currently have 15 stores with nurse clinics offering health checks but there’s much more to who we are. At Superdrug we’re part of the biggest health and beauty retailer in the world – A.S. Watson Group, operating retail stores across Europe and Asia. A key element to our brand's success is ensuring that our team is trained to give customers the service and quality they deserve. Through our retail academy team members are given the skills, confidence and knowledge to offer customers the best beauty and health advice on the high street.