About the role.
We are seeking a proactive and results-oriented Distribution Lead to join our UK & Ireland Supply Chain team. In this role, you will ensure seamless deliveries to our restaurants, lead key distribution partnerships, and play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence across the region.
You will work closely with the broader UKI Supply Chain team, internal functions such as Operations and Communications, and our external distribution partners. Reporting directly to the UKI Supply Chain Director, you will also support the delivery of transformational supply chain projects and contribute to the long-term strategy of the business.
Your leadership will directly impact restaurant performance and customer satisfaction, making you a key driver of our supply chain success.
What you’ll do:
Distribution Partner Management
- Lead and manage relationships with our two primary distribution partners, ensuring accountability and high-quality performance across the UK & Ireland.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for restaurant operators on delivery needs and performance issues.
Team Leadership & Development
- Coach and develop a direct report (Supply Planner), fostering a culture of growth, accountability, and high performance.
Performance Tracking & Reporting
- Own distributor KPI reporting, ensuring data accuracy, actionable insights, and continuous improvement in delivery performance.
- Present clear, impactful updates to senior stakeholders on supply chain performance, fund position, and project progress.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Procurement to manage product lifecycle changes (new listings, delisting, tenders) and ensure smooth execution within distribution.
- Work closely with data experts, leveraging tools such as the restaurant ordering platform, Power BI, and Excel for performance analysis.
Continuous Improvement & Projects
- Drive improvement initiatives within Distribution, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and service quality.
- Proactively resolve product availability and delivery issues, working with suppliers and distributors to mitigate impact on restaurants.
- Support the development and execution of the UKI Supply Chain strategy and long-term initiatives.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as a business partner to internal & external stakeholders (GMs / CMOs/ CFOs, FZ’s) to understand needs and align on category strategies.
Experience
- Proven track record in supply chain or distribution management within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Strong project leadership skills, with experience delivering measurable improvements and strategic initiatives.
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with analytics tools (e.g., PowerBI) to drive data-led decisions.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build trust at senior levels internally and externally.
- Demonstrated leadership and coaching experience, managing and developing individuals or small teams
- Excellent communication and partnership skills with the ability to work effectively with internal and external partners across regional business
- You take ownership and deliver with accountability, thriving in an environment of pace and complexity.
- You’re a collaborative team player with a positive, solutions-focused mindset.
- You adapt communication to diverse audiences, building trust and alignment across teams.
- You embrace a growth mindset, continuously seeking opportunities to learn, improve, and innovate
ABOUT YOU
- Strong skills in Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Quick to learn and apply new knowledge.
- Strong experience in Senior Distribution roles, ideally within food industry or related field.
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