<h3 class="theme-panel-header text-2xl pb-6 theme-vacancy-section-title">About the role...</h3><p>At Poundland &amp; Dealz, we’re on a mission to create amazing value every day for the millions of customers we have across the UK and Ireland. As a Supply Chain Planner with us, you will play an essential role in ensuring the smooth flow of large volumes of FMCG stock through our business from suppliers to distribution centres to our stores. By balancing availability, stock levels and commercial priorities, you’ll help us achieve sales and margin targets while keeping our shelves full of both core and promotional ranges. This is an exciting time to join the team and offers the opportunity to develop a more strategic and efficient approach to supply chain.&nbsp;</p><p>This role is a fixed term contract for 12 months.&nbsp;</p><p>We uphold three core behaviours that guide all our actions:</p><p>Love Our Customers: We strive to delight our customers, listening and responding to their needs because they are our priority.</p><p>Care for Our Colleagues: We support each other to foster a workplace where everyone can thrive.</p><p>Protect Our Pounds/Euros: We are committed to cost-efficiency and value, ensuring every penny counts.</p><p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.</em></p><div class="absolute bottom-2 right-2"><button onclick="scrollToTop()" class="theme-primary p-2 rounded-lg flex"> <i translate="no" class="material-symbols-outlined"> arrow_upward </i> </button></div>

<h3 class="theme-panel-header text-2xl pb-6 theme-vacancy-section-title">Skills and Knowledge…</h3><p>We’re looking for someone with:</p><ul><li>Experience in supply chain, within a retail environment - FMCG sector experience would be ideal but not essential.&nbsp;</li><li>Working knowledge of end-to-end replenishment systems.</li><li>Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to solve problems.</li><li>Commercial awareness with the ability to balance availability and stock investment.</li><li>Excellent communication and influencing skills across all levels of the business, teamwork is key.</li><li>A proactive, solution-focused mindset, able to manage risks and adapt quickly.</li><li>Knowledge of best practice within supply chain and logistics, with a desire to learn, grow and develop.</li></ul><div class="absolute bottom-2 right-2"><button onclick="scrollToTop()" class="theme-primary p-2 rounded-lg flex"> <i translate="no" class="material-symbols-outlined"> arrow_upward </i> </button></div>

<h3 class="theme-panel-header text-2xl pb-6 theme-vacancy-section-title">Why choose us?</h3><ul><li><strong>Professional development</strong>: A comprehensive induction plan and the opportunity to complete in-house development programmes to set you up for success or to pursue QUALIFICATION through our apprenticeship programme.</li><li><strong>Bonus Potential</strong>: Unlock the possibility of earning additional bonuses, rewarding your hard work and achievements.</li><li><strong>Free On-Site Parking</strong>: Enjoy the convenience of free parking, making your daily commute hassle-free.</li><li><strong>Onsite Coffee Lounge</strong>: Take advantage of our onsite coffee lounge, a perfect space to relax and recharge during breaks.</li><li><strong>Exclusive Store Discounts</strong>: Receive a 10% discount on most in-store purchases, enhancing your shopping experience.</li><li><strong>Family-Friendly Benefits</strong>: Our comprehensive benefits are designed to support your and your family’s needs.</li><li><strong>My Staff Shop</strong>: Gain exclusive discounts through our ‘My Staff Shop’ portal, saving on various products and services.</li><li><strong>Life Assurance Cover:</strong> Enjoy peace of mind with our life assurance cover, securing your family’s future.</li><li><strong>Health &amp; Wellbeing Programme</strong>: Benefit from an employee assistance programme that supports your health and wellbeing.</li><li><strong>Generous Holiday Allowance</strong>: Start with a generous leave entitlement that increases by one day each year (up to 33 days), with the option to buy additional holiday annually. Celebrate your special day off work every year with an extra day’s holiday because we believe birthdays are important.</li><li><strong>Pension Scheme</strong>: Plan for the future with our contributory pension scheme, helping you save for a secure retirement.</li></ul><div class="absolute bottom-2 right-2"><button onclick="scrollToTop()" class="theme-primary p-2 rounded-lg flex"> <i translate="no" class="material-symbols-outlined"> arrow_upward </i> </button></div>

<h3 class="theme-panel-header text-2xl pb-6 theme-vacancy-section-title">Your Impact and Responsibilities…</h3><p>As our Supply Chain Planner, you will:</p><ul><li>Manage the inbound and outbound flow of FMCG based stock across your product portfolio to maximise availability.</li><li>Monitor and report progress on product lifecycles, addressing risks and issues proactively through cross functional working.</li><li>Maintain accurate forecasts and stock levels, balancing commercial and operational needs.</li><li>Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure on-time delivery and smooth launches.</li><li>Support promotional, seasonal, and range change activity through effective planning.</li><li>Analyse performance data to drive improvements in availability, and supply chain efficiency.</li><li>Build strong supplier and stakeholder relationships to deliver service levels above target</li></ul><div class="absolute bottom-2 right-2"><button onclick="scrollToTop()" class="theme-primary p-2 rounded-lg flex"> <i translate="no" class="material-symbols-outlined"> arrow_upward </i> </button></div>