Supply Chain Specialist

Location: London, The Speechmark (Blended home working)
Salary: Competitive + Vodafone Benefits
Hours: Full time (37.5 hours per week - Mon to Fri)

• Hybrid


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.

What will you be doing?

Please note that this is a 6-month secondment / fixed term contract.

You will support the business ambition of responsible vendors through CPFR process across all product categories. You will own purchase and inventory and be accountable for a day-to-day Supply Chain operations and communication with vendors. Aligning with key stakeholders on a regular basis and meeting consensus to ensure company's business objectives and good stock management.
Owning purchase and inventory and be accountable for a day-to-day communication with vendors.

Key responsibilities include:


• Responsible for stock purchase, intake planning and inventory management.


• Owning CPFR (Collaborative Planning, Forecasting and Replenishment) process including data sharing, purchase order management, weekly suppliers' meeting, and vendor communications as supply chain perspective.


• Manage optimal stock availability in the central warehouse and assisted channels to support business ambition.


• Managing & escalating risk on stock & supply.


• Conducting scenario planning on stock & purchase.


• Support and deliver quarterly commercial terms/deals, financial budgeted targets and escalate in a timely manner for any risk.


• Leading S&OP meetings as a supply planning representative for respective vendors.


• Co-ordinate & support NPIs and promotions and proactively engaging and highlighting any trade risks and opportunities.


• Managing slow moving & obsolete stock.


• Build strong working relationship within Device Operations Team and wider commercial & trading teams.


• Leading any supply chain process improvements/optimisation projects


Who are we looking for?

You must have experience in a supply chain/account management role.

In addition, we'll look for:


• Vendor relations management experience.


• Attention to detail and good prioritisation/time-management.


• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel.


• Stakeholder management and Teamwork.


• Good written and verbal communication skills.


• S&OP process.


• Commercially minded with attention to detail.


• Analytical mindset - manage large data buckets of information and ability to communicate business implications from complex data.


What's in it for you?

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.

You must have experience in a supply chain/account management role.

In addition, we'll look for:


• Vendor relations management experience.


• Attention to detail and good prioritisation/time-management.


• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel.


• Stakeholder management and Teamwork.


• Good written and verbal communication skills.


• S&OP process.


• Commercially minded with attention to detail.


• Analytical mindset - manage large data buckets of information and ability to communicate business implications from complex data.
  
  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.