Marks & Spencer
Assistant Network Solutions Manager - logistics

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Assistant Network Design Manager
The Assistant Network Design Manager will support the Fashion, Home & Beauty Supply Chain & Logistics transformation by providing data-driven insight and analysis to inform the design of resilient, scalable and cost-effective logistics solutions. Working across distribution centres, stores, fulfilment locations and transport networks, including final mile, this role will help shape practical solutions that balance service, proposition and efficiency.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with data, solving problems and turning complex information into clear, actionable insight. Close collaboration with internal teams, operational partners and 3PLs will be key to supporting decision-making, simplifying complexity and helping the network evolve for the future.
NB: This role will involve travel between our Bradford, Castle Donington and Welham Green distribution centres.
What you’ll do
Your key accountabilities will include
- Support the development of network solutions that help deliver the strategic goals of the Fashion, Home & Beauty Supply Chain & Logistics transformation
- Deliver data-driven analysis and modelling to evaluate opportunities, quantify impacts and support informed decision-making
- Contribute to the creation of network blueprints, operating models and business cases across distribution, fulfilment and transport operations
- Identify opportunities to improve network performance, simplify complexity and enhance service, efficiency and cost effectiveness
- Collaborate with operational teams, business stakeholders and third-party partners to support the successful delivery of network design initiatives
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Your skills and experience will include
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and turn insight into practical recommendations
- Knowledge of supply chain, logistics or retail operations, with an interest in developing expertise in network design and optimisation
- Experience using data and modelling tools such as Excel, Power BI or SQL to support analysis and decision-making
- A collaborative approach, with the ability to build effective relationships and work confidently with a range of stakeholders
- Clear communication skills, able to explain complex information in a simple and engaging way for different audiences
What’s in it for you?
Working at M&S means being part of something bigger - helping to deliver quality, value and service to millions of customers every day. We’re inclusive, fast-moving and always evolving, with a strong sense of purpose and a focus on doing the right thing.
Here are just a few of the benefits that make working here even more rewarding:


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- 20% colleague discount on all M&S products and many third-party brands for someone in the household, available once probation is complete
- Competitive holiday allowance with the option to buy more
- Discretionary bonus schemes linked to individual and business performance
- Strong pension and life assurance to help plan for the future
- Tailored induction and training to support development from day one
- Exclusive perks and savings through the M&S Choices portal
- Market-leading family policies, including parental, adoption and neonatal leave
- 24/7 wellbeing support, including virtual GP access and mental health services
- One paid volunteer day a year to support a cause that matters
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We are ambitious about the future of retail. We’re reinventing, innovating and leading the industry into a more conscientious, inspiring digital era. Marks & Spencer strives to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by colleagues, customers and suppliers.
We are committed to building diverse and representative teams, where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and be at their best. If any support or reasonable adjustments would help during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when completing the application so steps can be put in place to support the process.
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