Collaboration Manager 12-month FTC page is loaded Collaboration Manager 12-month FTC Apply locations MDC time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR24087 Want to help us bring happiness to the world? Want to join an ambitious and fast growing global biscuits and confectionery business investing heavily in iconic global brands, infrastructure and people? Then this is the place for you.As proud bakers and chocolatiers and custodians of iconic global brands, we don't compromise on the quality of ingredients in our products or on the people we hire. We are looking for entrepreneurial spirits who share our passion for bringing happiness to our consumers and who embody our Winning Traits.To succeed at pladis you need to be purpose-led , resilient and positive to succeed here because we expect pace and agility , we insist on collaboration and demand accountability. If that is your thing, then pladis offers global ambition, a clear Vision and roadmap for success, challenge, and unrivalled opportunities to learn and make an impactClick "Apply" to get started.Why join our team?pladis is home to iconic brands Godiva, McVitie's and Ulker. These brands make sweet treats and savoury treats that consumers everywhere recognise and enjoy! As we start on our new journey, we will continue making the biscuits and confectionery people know and expect from these brands, and we will expand their portfolios too. Together we will build new and exciting products – new flavours, new concepts and new ways to share happiness.Our strength is not only in our products, it is also in our people and our values Each business that has united to form pladis are loved for their heritage and values. We will retain the honesty, integrity and trust instilled in our brands by our ground-breaking founders as we embark on the next chapter of our success.What will this role achieve?As a core team member of the Collaboration team, you will lead the end to end order placement to shelf edge for a relevant customer as well as collaborate with some of our main customers in the Wholesale sector. The role will be based between our Midlands Distribution Centre (MDC), customer head offices and home.You will be required to be the main customer contact at Supply chain manager/analyst level; working closely with S&OP, Commercial, Customer Service and the customer's supply chain/commercial teams to build a smooth flow of business between customers and pladis.Note, this role is a 12-month FTC.What will be your key results?Management of COGS for specific account – avoid changes that add cost to pladis. Look to implement changes that saves money for pladisAcquire and maintain an outstanding view from customer for collaboration. Engage customers in walkthroughs with key partners from cross-functional teamsEnsure top quartile finish for Supply chain & logistics + Customer service in the AGSWork closely with the internal teams to achieve customer's OSA and Inbound service targetsDevelop positive relationships with internal commercial teams continually pushing a shared agenda and collective forecasting processesCapture intelligence on strategy and competitors to ensure we continue to lead the way for collaboration within customerBe the customer champion within pladis. Vice versa, be the face of pladis within the customer, championing our businessImprove internal forecast accuracy by influencing customer orders in line with sales planner forecastEngage customer supply chain management in chairing ¼ reviewsPro-active management of supply issues on customer account; ensure contextual communication to key partners and help to deliver recovery plansWork together to successfully implement NPD launches, range reviews and other bespoke customer activity.What do you need for this role?CrucialExcellent communication, and problem-solving skills; willing to think creatively to solve problemsNatural people person with the ability to build and maintain positive relationshipsAbility to deal with ambiguity and conflicting prioritiesAble to travel occasionally with overnight staysPreferredDegree qualified is preferable but not crucialExperience of working with retailers/discounters within supply chain and working within FMCG for another supplierDiversity and inclusion is central to everything we do and is reflected across our business. pladis brings together brands and people from around the globe – and this diversity is our great strength.We're an equal opportunities employer and believe in fostering an inclusive environment where we celebrate diversity of thinking and respect everyone's distinctive qualities and perspectives.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform key job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.pladis is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to hiring a diverse workforce. All openings will be filled based on qualifications without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.We operate a strict Preferred Supplier List. If you are a recruitment agency and wish to submit candidate to be considered for this vacancy, you must have agreed to, and signed, our terms of business.We will not accept CVs from any other sources other than those currently on our PSL. We will not pay a fee for any candidate that has not been represented by a provider on our PSL.Similar Jobs (1) Channel Collaboration Manager locations MDC time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Agop ladis was formed in 2016 and is the proud steward of more than 300 years of family baking and confectionery experience.A global snacking company, pladis is based in the UK and is home to beloved brands including McVitie's and Ulker. We are also proud to distribute a carefully curated range of GODIVA chocolates exclusively for consumer-packaged goods channels around the world.pladis also owns regional brands such as Jacob's, go ahead!, Carr's, Flipz, BN, Verkade and many more, delighting consumers with a wide range of snacking options including sweet and savoury biscuits, wafer, cake, chocolate, gum and candy.Our Central Idea; 'We promise happiness to the world with every bite', extends beyond our products. For pladis it also means a genuine care and commitment to providing a happy and equal opportunity workplace for our people.For our Privacy policy please click here#J-18808-Ljbffr
