Lead Analytics Manager – Supply Chain Transformation & AI Innovation

Booker  •  Equity House, Irthlingborough Road, Wellingborough,  •  Apply by 22-Oct-2025 About the role

Ready to shape the future of supply chain through data, AI, and innovation?

At Booker, we’re building a smarter, faster, and more adaptive supply chain—and we’re looking for a visionary Lead Analytics Manager to drive that transformation. This is your opportunity to lead the charge in AI-powered decision making, automated planning, and data-led strategy across one of the UK’s most dynamic wholesale networks.

What is in it for you

At Booker, along with being a great place to work and giving you an opportunity to get on in your career, we also offer the following fantastic package of benefits:

• A Booker colleague card with 10% off purchases at Booker and double discount events up to three times a year.
• After 3 months service, a Tesco colleague discount card with 10% increasing to 15% off most purchases at Tesco for a 4 day period after every four-weekly pay day, ie. thirteen times a year. In addition to 10% off at Tesco Cafe and 20% off all F&F purchases.
• 10% off pay monthly & SIM only deals with Tesco Mobile for yourself, along with further great deals through-out the year.
• Up to 30% off car, pet and home insurance at Tesco bank. Terms and conditions apply.
• Free eye test when you spend £50 or more. You can also save 30% when you spend £50 or more on glasses, prescription sunglasses and contact lenses.
• 50% off health checks at Tesco Pharmacy.
• Exclusive access to discounted RAC breakdown cover rates
• An exclusive deals and discounts website saving you money on everyday purchases including a cycle to work scheme.
• After 3 months service, you can join our annual Save As You Earn share scheme which allows you to buy Tesco shares in the future at a discount.
• Retirement savings plan (pension) - save up to 5% and Booker will match your contribution.
• Life Assurance - You are covered for death in service life cover of up to three times annual pay
• Health and Wellbeing support and resources including our 24/7, confidential Employee Assistance Programme and Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A great holiday package

You will be responsible for

Strategic Network Design & Scenario Modelling

• Architect the future of our supply chain using advanced analytics and predictive modelling.
• Drive long-term planning using data simulations to optimise capacity, cost, and service.

Insight-Driven Decision Making

• Build powerful dashboards and tools that turn complex data into clear, actionable insights.
• Influence senior stakeholders with compelling business cases rooted in evidence.

AI, Automation & Digital Simplification

• Lead the rollout of machine learning and intelligent automation across supply chain processes.
• Replace legacy systems with streamlined, tech-enabled solutions that scale.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Inspire and grow a high-performing analytics team.
• Act as the bridge between supply chain, commercial, and technology teams to embed data-first thinking.
• Proven experience in supply chain analytics, strategy, or planning—ideally in retail, wholesale, or FMCG.
• Strong command of SQL, Python, Excel, and modern data platforms.
• A track record of simplifying complexity and delivering automation.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A passion for innovation, transformation, and continuous improvement.

You will need About us

Booker is the UK's leading food & drink wholesaler. We are privileged to serve independent retailers, caterers and small businesses, from locations across the country.  We operate over 190 cash and carry branches, eight distribution centres, five Best Food Logistics sites, as well as six support centre locations across the UK.

Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) at Booker means that whoever you are and whatever your background, we always want you to feel represented and that you can be yourself at work. In short, we’re a place where Everyone’s Welcome.

We know life looks a little different for each of us. That’s why at Booker and Best, we always welcome conversations about flexible working. Some people are at the start of their careers, some want the freedom to do the things they love. Others are going through life-changing moments like becoming a carer, nearing retirement, adapting to parenthood, or something else. So, talk to us throughout your application about how we may be able to support you.

We’re proud that Booker is a Disability Confident Committed employer and we’re committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support you can expect, please contact recruitment@bookergroup.com  

Please Note

We can only accept candidates over the age of 18 if the role requires working before 6:15 am or after 9:45 pm or involves working in areas such as the warehouse, beers, wines & spirits, and driving roles.

On the occasions where we have high volumes of applicants, some roles may close earlier than the advertised end date in order for us to manage all of the applicants appropriately. We will only be able to offer individual feedback to those candidates who attend an interview.

*Booker Group is part of Tesco plc, however, is operated separately from the core Tesco business and as such the benefits offered will be different from those offered at Tesco*

For more information about us please visit www.bookergroupjobs.co.uk