Distributor

PLEASE NOTE: As part of our organisational changes, our ongoing structure and roles continue to be reviewed. While this role is being advertised, circumstances may change and the role could be withdrawn/amended.

Grade B

At WHSmith Europe our people are at the heart of everything we do. They are the ones that go the extra mile for our customers, the ones that enable our growth. Without our Distributors we would not have product in our stores. The team ensures we have the right stock in the right place at the right time. We are now looking for a Distributer to join our team. This role is responsible for maximising availability, sales and profit of each lines.

What you will be doing:

• Supporting your Demand Planner and Merchandiser with raising orders and liaising with our suppliers to ensure stock is delivered in a timely manner

• Collaborating with the buying department on your category to ensure the best stock availability and resolving/flagging any issues

• Building relationships with our suppliers and be the go to person for any queries around stock intake

• Collaborating with our DC team with delivery shortages or incorrect stock management, alongside updating the Merchandising team on intake planning

• Acting as the go to for any store feedback

• Generating ad-hoc reports on availability and supplier fulfilment

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience within a similar merchandising or allocator role

• Strong analytical skills and a love for Excel – Spreadsheets are the one!

• Excellent admin and organisational ability and strong attention to detail

• Ability to demonstrate problem solving skills, time management and prioritisation

• Comfortable working in a fast paced environment

• Strong Team Ethos – building strong relations within the team, key stakeholders and suppliers

How we reward our teams:

• Hybrid Working Model from home and in the office

• 4pm Friday Finish

• Flexible Working

• 24 Days holiday, plus your Birthday off, plus Bank Holidays with an opportunity to buy extra days holiday

• Family Friendly Leave

• Company Pension scheme

• Annual Bonus based on company and personal performance

• Competitive Salary

• Cycle to work scheme

• Staff Discount Card for railway stores (subject to policy)

About us:

Celebrating over 230 years, we’re proud to have grown into a globally recognised brand present in over 30 countries – the air of familiarity people love and trust on their journey. As a diverse group of over 6,000 colleagues, we’re all on the same journey to a better business through our commitments to our planet, people and the communities we serve

Our business operates from two key locations, In a vibrant area of London, close to Aldgate and Liverpool Street Station, while the other is located at Swindon's International Business Park, just off the M4 with excellent transport links and over 100 on-site parking spaces.

For WHSmith Europe, our mission is simple – to create value for our stakeholders by providing a platform for global brands across airports, hospitals, rail stations and other markets. Our operational environment is fast-paced and highly regulated, requiring exceptional standards of maintenance, compliance, health & safety and colleague welfare across every location

We’re all about creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone can be themselves and do their best. No matter your background, age, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, race or ethnicity, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation or anything else that makes you, you—you’re welcome here.

We’re also open to flexible working where possible, so if that’s something you need, let’s chat. And if you need any adjustments during the selection process, just let our Talent Acquisition team know—we’re happy to help!