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Were creating something special. We are joining forces to create the biggest mobile network provider in the UK. Through our collective strengths and talents we will transform customers experience and create a best-in-class network for coverage connectivity and reliability delivering greater value and more choice for the nation than ever before. 

There are very few moments in our careers where we can feel the ground shifting beneath us where we can sense that something bigger than weve known before is taking shape. Were not just building a company. Were going to build a culture a legacy and a future to be proud of. This will require remarkable leadership and together we can set the standard in the industry and beyond for both customer and employee experience in what it is a career-defining opportunity. 

This role will be responsible for developing actionable supply plans managing purchase orders and inventory ensuring timely intake and distribution for selected vendors and products in line with business inventory and cash targets to support the overall sales ambition.  This role will lead the weekly Supply Chain vendor communications while feeding into S&OP forums to inform the commercial and trading teams of any risks or opportunities and to gain business alignment across BAU new product introductions end of life planning and promotional activity. 

• Own end-to-end stock purchasing intake planning and inventory management. 

• Act as the primary supply chain stakeholder for mid- to long-term New Product Introductions (NPIs) ensuring robust stock and supply plans. 

• Own supply chain coordination for NPIs and promotions identifying trade risks and opportunities early and delivering clear EXIT strategies to manage sell through and end of life transitions. 

• Lead the CPFR (Collaborative Planning Forecasting & Replenishment) process and manage supplier communications from a supply chain perspective. 

• Ensure optimal stock availability across central warehouses and assisted channels to support commercial objectives. 

• Proactively identify manage and escalate stock and supply risks driving mitigation actions to resolution. 

• Support the delivery of commercial terms targets escalating any risks or issues in a timely manner. 

• Manage slow-moving and obsolete inventory to minimise financial exposure. 

• Provide supply chain inputs into S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) meetings for assigned vendors. 

• Build and maintain strong working relationships within the Device Operations team and across Commercial and Trading functions

Qualifications :

• Experience in supply chain account management or vendor management roles
• Strong commercial awareness with excellent attention to detail prioritisation and time management skills
• Proven ability to manage vendor relationships and build effective stakeholder partnerships across teams
• Good understanding of the S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process with an analytical mindset and ability to translate complex data into business insights
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with planning tools supported by strong written and verbal communication abilities

Additional Information :

Worried that you dont meet all the desired criteria exactly

We know that everyone is unique with multiple aspects to their identity and different experiences behind them. We are passionate about Inclusion for All and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background. If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt align exactly with every part of the job description we encourage you to apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another role and our recruitment team can help you see how your skills fit in.

What we offer

We care about our peoples success by offering great pay bonuses up to 28 days off plus bank holidays and paid time for charity work. You can personalise our benefits for you and your family like discounts vouchers a pension plan and loads more. We help with your career through our amazing learning tools and top-notch parental leave policies.
 

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation improve efficiency and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really areyour personality creativity and abilities. Above all were looking for authenticity and cant wait to get to know the real you.
 

Posting End Date: 31st July 2026

Recruiter Name:  James Wilson             

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Need to know

We 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.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to interview for a role that matches their collaboration with our Talent Diversity & Inclusion teams and our employee-led DEI Networks we identified a range of reasonable adjustments to help you feel comfortable and perform at your best self during the interview process. 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 contact your recruiter directly or email for guidance.

We use AI in different parts of our business to boost innovation improve efficiency and create new opportunities. We know many candidates use AI to fine-tune their CVs or prepare for interviews but what we really care about is your unique experiences and achievements.

During the interview we want you to rely on your own knowledge and skills to show us who you really areyour personality creativity and abilities. Above all were looking for authenticity and cant wait to get to know the real you.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time