Logistics and Forecasting Manager

Logistics and Forecasting Manager

Location: Office based; West Drayton

Reports to: Finance and Operations Director

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Company Background

North South Wines is a young, dynamic, forward thinking wine distributor. We set up in 2014 with a view to do things differently. We are not your average wine distributor. We are energetic and creative with the drive to make things happen. We also have a different model. Alongside our UK shareholders we are part owned by 2 wineries meaning we can offer direct supply, better quality and better value. We aim to deliver WOW through service.

We are looking to recruit a Logistics and Forecasting Manager who is responsible for delivering operational excellence.  Ensuring NSW delivers to its customers on time and in full whilst optimising stock levels.  

Responsibilities

• Proactively manage stock levels minimise out of stocks and over stocks
• Delivering industry leading customer service ensuring all orders are delivered on time and in full (OTIF)
• Develop and maintain excellent relationships with our suppliers; wineries, carriers, bottlers & warehousing
• Report and monitor performance using a range of KPI’s
• Ensure all processes are compliant to HMRC requirements
• Continuous improve supply chain processes focusing on service and value
• Identify slow moving stock quickly and recommend actions to clear any excess
• Manage stock forecasting for promotional activity
• Manage end to end process of orders including; purchase order creation, supplier confirmation, delivery to specified destination and approve invoices
• Optimise load requirements and adhere to supplier pallet configurations
• Work with the Buying Director regarding new product launches and vintages to ensure lead times are built into the forecast
• Preparation of forecasts for suppliers when requested and manage of reserves and allocations
• Communication with internal stakeholders to ensure that all information on products, stock holding, and suppliers is correct and up to date
• Responsible for Health and Safety policy and compliance
• Assist with office management

Skills and Experience

• Logistics management experience, preferably in a multi-functional responsibility role
• Excellent customer service
• High level of commercial acumen
• Excellent IT skills including advanced excel
• Able to challenge accepted norms and practices and facilitate innovative solutions to problems
• Highly developed people skills, strong communicator at all levels
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise long term projects whilst meeting short term demands
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Able to work under pressure and to agreed deadlines
• WSET qualifications an advantage

Your Commitment to the role

• I make things happen
• I have boundless energy
• I deliver WOW through service
• I have a collaborative pitch in attitude
• I like to work in a positive team environment
• I am a good communicator
• I am adventurous and creative
• I learn from my mistakes, own up to them and do things better next time
• I am passionate, optimistic and determined
• I have fun at work

Stakeholders

• NSW Managing Director
• NSW Buying and Marketing Director
• NSW Finance and Operations Director
• NSW Wineries
• NSW Customers

Salary and Benefits

• The role will be paid a salary commensurate with experience
• 25 days holiday
• Health Insurance
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Bonus Scheme

Please send your application including CV to jobs@northsouthwines.co.uk