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Please be advised that this is a full time position, working 35hrs/5 days per week, Monday to Friday. The successful candidate would be required to work from our Andover office 3 days per week.
Main Purpose
- Plan and manage the purchase of Kitchenware for the Central DC, considering the current stock base, lead times, demand forecasts, promotional activity, supplier reliability and stock holding strategy.
- Demand planner for all Kallo Subs on Kitchenware. Managing communication with local marketing, securing the right flow of information.
- Proactively work with the Category Manager to streamline communication and maximise supply to demand by identifying opportunities and risks.
- Liaise with customers, internal and external, to optimise the Supply Chain.
- Define processes to ensure a smoother sales process.
Key Responsibilities
- Use demand forecasting software to calculate inventory requirements for Kitchenware to satisfy demand for assigned Subs/Product categories. Ensure account has been taken of new products, promotions and changes in rate of sale.
- Raise and place purchase orders with suppliers and monitor and report progress.
- Enhance communication with Ecommerce to ensure transitions are captured and stock is monitored during activities.
- Ensure an efficient inbound process working with all suppliers and the Central DC.
- Proactively facilitate cross departmental and market best practice in relation to inventory management and control to maximise sales and minimise inventory.
