Demand and Logistics Manager - Food Sector (4 days office, 1 day WFH)Job DescriptionAn exciting and challenging opportunity to assume responsibility and manage the vendor performance and assume the day to day management of the suppliers across multiple international territories, ensuring forecasts and stocks meet the business needs. Potentially to take the management of junior staff within the department.To manage the 3PL warehouse in cost management, day to day operations and customer fulfilmentManage forecasts and stock levels for your category, working with the Sales function to ensure buy in.Ensure we meet customer OTIF targets of 98.5%.To liaise with the Senior Buyer on NPD process related to products in your category. For new products - work on the forecasts, launch and implementationTo proactively review slow selling lines and provide recommendations as appropriate to manage obsolescence.Meet with supply chain staff and buyers from key customers to review forecasts and demand.To review process improvement, particularly using technology to improve accuracy and efficiency.To report on a range of metrics, vendor performance, cost savings to improve performance, 3PL performance and forecast accuracy.To arrange transport / logistics where necessary both from suppliers and to customers.To visit suppliers where necessary to manage them effectively.Potentially take on the management of more junior staff.To work closely with the Head of Operations and be his number 2.To carry ..... full job details .....