Stock Logistics Manager FTC 12 Months

Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position in which you can set direction and help shape our company? If so, then you could be the newest addition to our team as a Stock & Logistics Manager. Be part of the movement - and play your part. About the role The Stock & Logistics Manager plays a critical role in optimising stock performance, enhancing forecasting accuracy, and driving end‑to‑end supply chain efficiency across the retail business. The role works collaboratively with Category Managers, DSR (Data, Systems & Reporting), Global Travel Retail Managers, and both onboard and shore‑based teams to ensure product availability, high fulfilment standards, and alignment with commercial and financial objectives. Combining strong analytical capability with practical operational oversight, the position ensures robust replenishment processes, mitigates risk and maximises sales opportunities through effective stock planning and execution. Please note – This role is a Fixed Term Contract for 12 months You will be responsible for Leading the implementation and adherence of the Stock Optimisation Strategy, collaborating with Category Managers, DSR, and Retail leadership to reduce stock holding whilst maximising sales and minimising risks. Effectively managing the Automated Replenishment System through monitoring mins/max levels, applying seasonality uplifts and identifying insights and opportunities to optimise stockholding and availability. Ensuring availability and utilisation of KPI reports relating to fulfilment rates, stock cover, availability, and stock quality, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions with relevant stakeholders. Coordinating vessel and shop delivery schedules, proactively resolving logistics, invoicing, and intake issues with internal teams and external logistics partners. Engaging regularly with Onboard Commercial Managers and shore-based teams, providing support on ordering tools, stock trackers, training, and addressing operational challenges to maintain accurate stock control and deliver supply chain cost savings. Driving SKU-level forecasting improvements across the Retail assortment by working closely with internal stakeholders and key external partners to advance processes, for optimised supplier stocks and great on-shelf availability. About you You will have at least three years’ experience in a logistics, stock planning or similar analytical role, ideally within the UK FMCG or Travel Retail sector. You understand the processes and systems behind effective sales and stock planning, with experience managing forecasts, delivery schedules and intake plans to optimise availability and control stock levels. Highly numerate and analytical, you are confident using Excel to interpret data, build reports and support informed decision-making, with a proven track record of delivering stock optimisation and cost efficiencies. Organised and commercially aware, you can manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail. Ideally educated to degree level in a business-related discipline, you are adaptable, confident in making calculated decisions, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. You build strong collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders and are willing to travel internationally when required. We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join. Working at DFDS Join the movement and grow with us. Now about what we can give you. You’ll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as: Life assurance cover Contributory company pension scheme Holiday Purchase Scheme Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips Full employee assistance programme including: Proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support including face to face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family. Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more. Access to myStrength, our Wellbeing platform, which has plenty of content to support and improve your mental wellness needs. Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing. While you’re with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed. Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply Now. If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we’d love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we’re keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis. We look forward to hearing from you. #LI-AT1