Assistant Logistics Planner 26 – 30K + Benefits

Office-Based Amersham

Our client is a leading international multi-channel retailer. The business is a leader within its sector and continues to innovate and evolve in its quest to deliver the best in customer experience across all channels – stores, online, international and partnerships. It is also a great place to work with numerous employee benefits and a Times top 100 employer.

This office-based role and would ideally suit someone that is looking to build their and logistics career. You will be part of the planning and allocation team that are responsible for maximizing sales across all trading channels, including stores, online and international.

* Manage the allocation of stock from the warehouse to stores to optimise store availability to support sales and physical merchandising. This includes prioritising SKU's for specific promotional events, catalogues, product launches, store openings, intake priority and clearance.

* To ensure that store allocations are fed across to the Goods out team and that the warehouse has sufficient work to complete their picking schedule

* To ensure the warehouse are kept up to date with any changes/requests made to the delivery schedule and to notify stores of any over pallet max requests/additional deliveries

* Work with Planning & Allocation team to ensure effective planning of inbound/outbound stock-flow to create a dynamic and ever-changing mix of product to create the best customer experience and ensure this is reflected on the Profimetrics system.

* To ensure that any system issues/ interface issues are identified and resolved in conjunction with all relevant parties including stock integrity and IT.

* To produce weekly/daily reporting on store/stock well volume vs allocated information to be presented to the business.

* To ensure all specific stock requests are efficiently and accurately processed through the system.

* Be a proactive participant in your own personal development and display drive and enthusiasm in achieving your career goals.

* Develop capability within the Planning & Allocation team

* Other ad hoc duties such as analysis and reporting as requested by your line manager.

Previous Experience

1. Previous retail experience is essential, preferably with a strong background in logistics/demand planning and/or merchandise planning management

2. Strong organisational skills to be able to prioritise effectively

3. Logical and methodical approach with good problem-solving skills

4. Ability to work under pressure

5. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Great working environment and benefits. Please apply with covering note and CV