Trade Operational Systems Manager

Job title:

Trade Operational Systems Manager

Company

Howdens

Job description

Trade Operational Systems ManagerWe are looking for a Trade Operational Systems Manager to act as a conduit and point of contact between IS and Trade Depots and Support functions to address their needs, improving efficiency and accuracy in processes and reporting.What will I be doing?Based in the field the Trade Operational Systems Manager will:

• Influence project teams to ensure that work is delivered appropriately to the needs of the business in respect of functionality and capability and that full benefits are obtained.
• Co-ordinate the interests of Trade stakeholders in all systems developments.
• Supporting IS in introducing technological enhancements to the trade division to ensure full buy in from the user community of IS investments
• Detailed knowledge of the ‘Howdens Operational Ways of Working’ to ensure the business receives developments that fit within our operational ways and culture.
• Identify areas where improved processes would drive efficiencies and potentially cost savings throughout the division and work with IS to implement
• Writing, planning and implementing processes and procedures engaging and influencing all parties ensuring business ownership.
• Provide input to build and support Business cases to enable Senior Management to prioritise
• Ensure that all trade division stock is received in from primary and despatched to customers correctly. Reconciling all stock between SAP and K8.
• Understanding and communicating various changes and new initiatives. Provide users with the relevant knowledge and methodology to enable individuals and departments to better support the business growth model.

What we need from you:

• Working in a fast-paced commercial environment
• Experience with data extraction analysis and manipulation
• Business experience
• Detailed knowledge of inventory management
• Change management
• Experience of quickly adapting to new systems to be able to understand at different
• A self-starter who is highly analytical
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate at any level
• Effective time Management
• Advanced negotiation and influencing skills
• Ability to deep dive into issues and solutions but also provide concise overview for the benefit of colleagues and management.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills
• Adopts a systematic and methodical approach

What we can offer you:

• Competitive salary and annual company bonus
• Company car or car allowance
• Private medical insurance
• Excellent pension scheme (company contribution of up to 12%)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Free lunch at our onsite canteen (Howden office only)
• Staff Discount
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional Reward and Recognition events

Good luck with your application. Before you apply, please speak to your manager, so that they are aware of your interest in this role. You will also need to attach a CV as part of your application. Please take note that this advert is a summary of the main duties and responsibilities and may be subject to change. If you have any questions or need further support or information, please contact the Hiring Manager, Ange Lane or Holly Gibbins in the Recruitment Team.Howdens is founded on the principle of being Worthwhile for ALL concerned. We’re working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We will do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, please email with the job title and location, and we will be happy to help you.

Expected salary

Location

Howden, East Riding of Yorkshire

Job date

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 06:31:19 GMT

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