Channel Operation Specialist

We are looking for a Channel Operations Specialist to come and join the Channel Operations Team. You will report into the Channel Operation Manager, working with the team to maximise on time customer availability of products whilst balancing business risk on inventory for the UK.

This is a demanding role in a fast-paced area of the business. This role needs someone who is flexible, happy to pitch in and get involved in some exciting launches.,

• Owning all inventory activity from point of PO to removal from sale. Influence commercial, marketing and portfolio teams to ensure that right decisions taken at right time to achieve Vodafone's objectives.


• Simplifying and improving supply chain processes including building collaborative relationships across Devices Ops team and vendors, measuring performance of self and vendors to achieve supply chain excellence.


• Running collaborative allocation planning based on BAU trends, Promos, Sales activities, and Recalls.


• Working proactively with Commercial, Marketing to launch new products successfully, ensuring all parts of the supply chain are informed and ready to manage each product by the launch date. You will need to balance their needs and targets with those of Supply Chain, finding a suitable compromise and best decision for Vodafone where needed.
  
  You need to be someone who can use data and help bridge the gap between supply chain and retail, to understand what is happening with stock in a meaningful way. You will be challenged by Senior stakeholders in this area, so you need to be comfortable with this and with pushing back as needed., Expertise in use of stock and planning systems to manage stock inbounding, allocations and replenishment.


• MS Excel experience with ability to present and interpret supply chain data.


• Demand planning experience.
  
  At Vodafone, we're working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.


We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.

With us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference., At Vodafone UK we believe that through collaboration and connection with our colleagues we can achieve great things. Our hybrid working approach allows our people to work both in the office and at home, providing the flexibility and resources you need to succeed in your role. We don't require you to be in on specific days; instead, we ask people to come into the office 2-3 days each week, on average 8 days a month. Our "Office in a Box" home working kit will provide you with everything you need, no matter where you are.

Who We Are

We're a global technology communications company that empowers people and businesses to stay connected and thrive in a digital world. With a focus on innovation, sustainability and earning customer loyalty, we leverage cutting-edge technology to offer products and services that enhance communication and improve lives.

At Vodafone UK, diversity isn't just a buzzword, it is core to who we are as a company. We're proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work and are committed to driving inclusion for all; creating a workplace that is fully representative of the communities and customers we serve., An excellent remuneration and bonus package with 28 days holiday entitlement, in addition to bank holidays and paid leave for charity projects. We offer an extensive benefits package that can be tailored to suit you and your family, including employee discounts, retail vouchers, pension plan and share schemes. We're also proud to provide a Reconnect programme with flexibility to support individuals returning to work after a career break and our market-leading parental leave policies. We're committed to supporting you throughout every step of your career at Vodafone.

Together we can

Vodafone UK are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks to meet the regulators standards.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request as part of your recruitment journey, for example, extended time or breaks in between online assessments, a sign language interpreter, or assistive technology, please refer to the Accessibility section of our Careers website (careers.vodafone.co.uk) under Career Support, for guidance.

Vodafone is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting Inclusion for All with the belief that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.