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As Supplier Collaboration Lead you will be involved in the delivery and implementation of our Business Unit Supplier Strategy and core KPI's. Through driving these activities this will maximise availability and efficient stock management to support delivery of our core KPIs. An opportunity to apply out of the box thinking to supply chain management and develop interpersonal skills, as well as building knowledge, experience, and a professional network through collaborating with the supplier and key stakeholders.
Job Responsibility:
Collaborating with one of our key Joint Business Plan (JBP) suppliers to lead on key activities that will support in the delivery of our core KPI's
Forward planning: Creation and alignment of future forecasts with the supplier.
Brilliant basics: Ensuring activities land right first time, co-ordinating actions to ensure that master data is accurate and efficient, NPD and promotional forecasting alignment and the development and implementation of seasonal plans
Efficiency management: Using data and insights to support the delivery of joint KPIs and identify areas of opportunity to improve and drive efficiencies, supporting the sustainability agenda
Stakeholder management: Co-ordinating the JBP relationship, including regular touch points such as weekly KPI meetings, Top-to-Top meetings and monthly performance reviews
Continuous Improvement: Identifying joint-value opportunities and initiatives to drive continuous improvement across both organisations
Requirements:
Experience within Supply Chain role is necessary for this role
Proficient in communication, both written and verbal, working with a partner supplier to share appropriate information and insights and collaborating with colleagues internally
Collaborative forecasting skills
Seasonal planning skills
Advanced Excel skills (can analyse large datasets)
Analytical and able to work and deliver at pace
Detail driven - Use facts and data to make informed decisions
Continuous improvement mindset, able to think outside of the box
Have a flexible and adaptable approach to work, be able to manage expectations of your key stakeholders and prioritise workload
What we offer:
Boots Retirement Savings Plan
Discretionary annual bonus
Generous employee discounts
Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
Flexible benefits scheme including option to buy additional holiday, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and much more.
Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme.