International Supply Chain - 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.

This is a fixed-term contract, 12 months effective from 1st week of August.

What you will be doing:

• Calculating and creating purchase orders
• Supplier forecasting
• Distribution Centre replenishment
• Managing stock intake and store stock levels to achieve month end targets as well as availability and fulfilment targets
• Supplier liaison, including resolving/escalating issues
• Managing stock intake to achieve month end targets as well as availability and fulfilment targets
• Distribution Centre communication & relationship management
• Generate ad-hoc reports on availability and supplier fulfilment

What we are looking for:

• Intermediate Excel experience – desirable
• 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 skillsand 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
• Competitive Pension Contribution
• Sharesave Scheme
• Annual Bonus based on company and personal performance
• Competitive Salary

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.