Network Performance & Optimisation Manager | Retail | National | £60k

Purpose

This is a high-impact position as Network Performance & Optimisation Manager sits in the heart of our supply chain transformation. Reporting into senior leadership, you'll be the driving force behind optimising our end-to-end retail and ecommerce network-making it leaner, smarter, faster, and more resilient.

From short-term tactical improvements to long-term strategic redesigns, you'll lead initiatives that enhance cost-efficiency, service quality, and operational scalability. You'll also be at the forefront of automation and digital innovation, empowering the business to deliver exceptional customer experiences across every channel.

If you're a hands-on leader who thrives on turning complexity into clarity-and performance into progress-this is the role for you.

The role as Network Performance & Optimisation Manager

What you'll do

• Lead strategic improvements across our retail and online supply chain network.
• Develop and deliver cost, speed, and quality optimisation plans.
• Partner with teams across Logistics, IT, Retail, and Procurement.
• Champion innovation through automation, digital tools, and data-led decisions.
• Monitor and report performance, identifying opportunities and delivering results.

What We're Looking For

Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or similar.
• Experience in supply chain performance, planning, or network optimisation.
• Background in retail or FMCG environments, with exposure to both store and online fulfilment.
• Demonstrated success in leading network or operations improvement programmes.

• Strong project leadership, analytical skills, and stakeholder influence.
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with tools like SAP, Power BI, or Supply Chain Gur