Role Purpose:  Oversee inventory and supply chain operations for the Grocery department to ensure strong product availability within stock limits. Monitor supplier compliance, completing statistical analysis on performance data, and collaborating with suppliers and the Buying team to improve results.

Reports to: Merchandiser- Grocery and Biscuits

Key Accountabilities: 

• Daily use of Relex forecasting tool to ensure smooth flow of stock into store(s)

• Production of statistical analysis of previous sales, brands, price points (etc.) to propose generic range architecture of future range

• Check if the products proposed are commercially viable to range

• Expediting Orders

• Develop relationships with Suppliers / Depot / Shop Floor / Online team

• Complete understanding of Grade A and B lines (in terms of stock, orders, issues, pricing, promos etc)

• Maintain and report against KPIs (e.g. stock holding, weeks cover, availability, sales forecast accuracy)

Role Specific Criteria:

• Already have Supply Planner/Merchandiser experience

• Excellent knowledge of Grade A and B products

• Good relationship building with respective buying team and key stake holders

• KPI driven

• Good statistical analysis skills

• Organised in your processes and procedures

In return, we offer:

• A competitive salary
• A generous store and restaurant discount of up to 40%
• 25 days holidays (excluded bank holidays) and an extra day off for your birthday
• A fantastic subsidised staff restaurant which uses Fortnum’s ingredients
• A range of opportunities to develop and grow personally and professionally
• Excellent pension scheme

We are committed to developing your career and nurturing your talent, regardless of age; disability; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race; religion or belief; sex; sexual orientation. We respect and embrace each other's differences, to create a truly inclusive environment.

In the last year alone, our people have been recognised and celebrated, winning awards for their outstanding contributions to Retail, Technology, Global Hospitality & Tourism, Visual Merchandising & Display, Customer Service and Local Community Awards.