Supply Network Planning Analyst - 9 Month Fixed Term Contract
Naked Wines · London · £29,500–£35,000 (stated in the posting)
In a nutshell, we’re all about making great wine better, for everyone. We partner directly with the world’s best independent winemakers to bring our members better-quality wine for a better price. No thirsty middlemen as far as the eye can see.
It’s a different way of doing things, sure. But it works. We’re one of the UK’s favourite wine clubs, shipping over 1 million (!) cases a year to curious wine lovers. And with an ambitious road ahead, we’ve got no plans on plugging the cork on growth.
Our global team (we have offices in the US and Australia, too) is entrepreneurial by nature, obsessive about customer experience and driven by performance. All things that make Naked a great place to grow both personally and professionally. And yes, we like wine. A lot – we even have a wine fridge in the office.
It takes a village to run Naked. That’s why we’re always on the lookout for eager talent to join the bunch. And now, our Planning team is looking for a Supply Network Planning Analyst to be part of the fun.
As our Supply Network Planning Analyst, you will design, build, and maintain the decision-making tools that guide how stock moves through our supply network across two key markets, the US and AUS. Focused on execution, allocation, and systems optimisation, you will engineer spreadsheet models and GEM workflows to determine exact stock movements, optimise production timing and protect shelf-life viability. Serving as the primary collaborative bridge to our Commercial team in the US, you will provide clear visibility into stock availability, campaign readiness, and potential fulfilment risks.
So if you’re keen to help us connect more wine lovers with talented winemakers, there’s a Naked welcome pack with your name on it.
Together, we’ll take Naked Wines to the next level – and share our not-so-well-kept secret with the world.
Salary: £29.5-35k pa (depending on location & experience)
Duration: 9 months (Fixed term contract with the potential to lead to a permanent position)
Location: Hybrid Norwich/London (2 days a week in main office)
Recruitment Process: Initial screen > Task & Task Review > Final Interview
Requirements
What you'll do
- Develop collaborative decision-support tools: Design and maintain systems (primarily in Google Sheets) to guide optimal inventory movements across our US and Australian markets, balancing network capacity with inventory policies.
- Shape production timing: Build dynamic operational models that align factory output schedules perfectly with market arrival windows.
- Evolve our ecosystem with AI: Create, test, and implement automated workflows and custom solutions (such as Google Gems and prompt frameworks) to streamline planning efficiency and eliminate manual tasks.
- Build clear visibility models: Engineer dynamic spreadsheet models to project inventory levels, track stock aging, and mitigate shelf-life expiration risks.
- Partner with our Commercial teams: Act as the primary operational liaison for the US Commercial team, delivering clear and timely updates on product availability for standard demand and special campaigns.
- Guide risk management: Proactively identify potential network bottlenecks, delayed arrivals, or stockouts, and collaborate on mitigation options to keep operations flowing smoothly.
- Ensure campaign readiness: Monitor stock allocation progress so the exact right inventory is positioned in the right place, at the right time, to support key sales and marketing initiatives.
What you'll bring
- Advanced Google Sheets capability: A deep understanding of system architecture, complex formulas, and array functions to build robust operational tools.
- AI & Automation mindset: Practical experience in building customized AI solutions, prompt chains, or workflows (like Google Gems or custom GPTs) to solve operational bottlenecks.
- Operational system design skills: A strong background in building decision-making tools that translate logistical data into actionable insights.
- Supply chain fluency: A solid understanding of production timing, logistics lead times, inventory aging logic, and shelf-life management.
- Collaborative communication: The ability to translate complex inventory and technical data into clear, accessible updates for non-technical commercial stakeholders.
- Relevant domain knowledge: Previous experience or a strong capability in Inventory Deployment, Capacity Limitations, Stock Allocation, Logistics, or Supply Network Planning.
Finally, you live by our Naked values: Our values shape how we do things
- We are Naked Together- We believe that when people come together, great things get better. That is why we put people at the heart of what we do: our Angels, our Winemakers, our People and our Investors. What makes this work is trust, and we protect it diligently.
- We back independence- We believe great things happen when people are free to create and think for themselves. We pride ourselves in challenging the status quo and solving problems independently.
- We are bold- We choose courage over comfort and are not afraid to call things as they are. We dream big and take action to turn our ambition into reality- even in the face of uncertainty.
- We care about our craft- We have a passion for our craft and strive for excellence in everything we do. We hone our craft continuously and keep on finding ways to do things better.
- We choose what’s right- We do right to our people, our planet and our products, and believe everyone can make a difference. We accept the inevitable trade-offs that come with doing the right thing.
Benefits
As part of the Naked family, we want you to know we've got your back. Here are a few of the perks you'll enjoy when you join the team…
- A competitive salary of £29.5-35k pa (depending on location & experience)
- 26 days holiday and bank holidays (you can buy or sell holiday too)
- A £300 annual personal development budget - we're passionate about supporting people to follow their dreams inside or outside of Naked
- £450 every year to treat yourself to some of our delicious wines...all in the name of research, of course
- We want to do our bit for the community and give everyone paid leave to volunteer
- We have wellbeing support and access to mindfulness resources
- Enhanced parental leave
- We like to surprise and delight you with lovely thoughtful gifts including Naked Wine and lots more...
Equal Opportunities
At Naked Wines, we recognise the value of diversity and inclusivity in fostering a truly remarkable experience for all our winemakers and customers. Our commitment extends beyond wine to building a workforce that reflects the wide array of perspectives and experiences found across the UK. We believe that embracing diversity in our teams enables us to provide exceptional service and innovation.We are dedicated to ensuring all our employees are treated fairly and equitably at work, with a strong commitment to promoting equity in both physical and mental health for everyone. To achieve this, Naked Wines encourages applications from individuals of disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds, disabled persons, LGBTQ+ community members, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, and those with lived experiences of discrimination.
Accessibility and Adjustments
Naked Wines is committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We strive to be as accommodating as possible to ensure all candidates can participate fully. If you have specific requirements or need adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please do not hesitate to get in touch. In your application, feel free to indicate your preferred pronouns (for example - she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc)to help us better address and respect your identity throughout the process.