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About Us

Venus Wine and Spirit Merchants PLC is a trusted UK distributor of premium wines and spirits, proudly part of Booker since June 2024. With over two decades of expertise, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional products and service to our customers.

Headquartered in Tottenham, London, we operate distribution depots in Leeds, Bristol, Manchester, and Kingswinford, alongside Gerry’s of Soho—one of the nation’s most iconic spirits retailers.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on supply chain operations during a critical integration period, while working with one of the most respected names in the drinks industry.

Role Overview

We are seeking a resilient, solution-focused Supply Chain Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping operational practices during Venus’ integration into Booker systems. You will drive service excellence, optimise supply chain efficiency, and reduce costs while leading a team of two Supply Planners.

Your remit will span inventory management, demand forecasting, and supplier collaboration, ensuring consistent stock availability across depots and retail sites. Daily reporting on shortages and out-of-stocks will provide vital insights to support data-driven decision-making.

Location

This role is based out of Tottenham. 62 Garman Rd, London N17 0UT. The Successful candidate will be required to spend up to 3 days in the office.

• Product availability and maintaining optimal stock levels across all sites
• Leading, coaching, and supporting your team through organisational change
• Proactively escalating, challenging, and resolving supply chain issues
• Producing daily reports on supplier shortages and stock gaps
• All key performance indicators sales, stock and availability.
• Managing inter-company stock transfers between depots
• Partnering with logistics teams to optimise turnover and minimise out-of-stocks
• Collaborating with the Buying team on forecasting, promotions, and new product launches
• Developing demand scenarios to address market fluctuations and seasonal peaks

Essential Skills & Experience

• Clear, confident communication skills
• Experience in demand planning and forecasting
• Proven problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented mindset
• Effective stakeholder management across teams and suppliers
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis
• 1–2 years’ experience in a similar supply chain role
• Competent at multitasking with exceptional attention to detail

Desirable

• Previous experience within the drinks industry

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country. We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome.

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

We’re proud that Booker is a Disability Confident Committed employer and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please contact recruitment@bookergroup.com

At Booker, we reward our colleagues with a comprehensive package, including:

• Booker colleague card: 10% off purchases, plus double discount events up to 3 times a year
• Tesco colleague discount card (after 3 months): 10% off most purchases, rising to 15% for 4 days after each payday, plus discounts at Tesco Café and F&F clothing
• Tesco Mobile: 10% off pay monthly & SIM-only deals, plus seasonal offers
• Tesco Bank: Up to 30% off car, pet, and home insurance
• Health perks: Free eye test with £50 spend, 30% off glasses, 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy
• Exclusive discounts: RAC breakdown cover, cycle-to-work scheme, and more via our deals website
• Save As You Earn scheme (after 3 months): Buy Tesco shares at a discount
• Retirement savings plan: Save up to 5% with Booker matching contributions
• Life Assurance: Up to 3x annual pay
• Health & Wellbeing support: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP access
• Generous holiday package