Associate-Fulfilment Planner

About the role
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You will be responsible for
Job Summary:
In this role you will be responsible for accurate planning of Equipments, Fuel and Transport for all Tesco DC's in the UK to ensure 
Distribution Network is efficient and stock reach the store on time. Fulfiment Planning Sr. Associate will play a pivotal role in optimizing 
complex equipment, fuel and transport process to ensure cost benefits, waste elimination through high level of resilience and 
responsiveness.
In this job, I'm accountable for:
Following our Business Code of Conduct and always acting with integrity and due diligence and have these specific risk responsibilities: 
- Understands business needs and in depth understanding of Tesco Distribution and Fulfilment processes
- Builds on Tesco processes and knowledge by applying CI tools and techniques. 
- Responsible for completing tasks and transactions within agreed KPI's for self and sub ordinates 
- Responsible for creating, quality checking and signing off the daily transport, fuel and equipments plans for all Tesco Petrol Filling 
Stations (PFS) and Distribution Centres in the UK. 
- Mentor team members and foster continuous learning and development. Establish adherence and stay up to date with Business
-Develop, monitor and adjust planning parameters to improve planning systems and supply chain network
- Analyze store sales, stock inventory and historic events to plan transport for best outcome of resource planning in the DC to deliver 
stock to stores on time. Manage trunking and Internal Warehouse transfers between DCs for smooth movement of stock.
- Maintain all equipment types used within the distribution network to ensure depots and suppliers have the right equipment all the time 
through effective forecasting and solutions 
- Work closely with Commercial teams to facilitate the increased use of trays and other loose equipment within all UK DCs
- Solve complex problems related to equipment, transport and fuel planning processes, identifying root causes and implementing 
effective solutions for better cost and budget management
- Collaborate with the national planning, suppliers and transport planning teams to align equipment, resource and fuel requirements to 
optimize routes, and ensure timely deliveries.
- Safeguard company assets and maintain trust with stakeholders by implementing strong internal controls and risk mitigation strategies.
- Identify process gaps and develop mitigation plans to address potential risks and improve overall effectiveness.
Key people and teams I work with in and outside of Tesco: 
People, budgets and other resources I am accountable for
in my job:
- Identify opportunities and work on projects to reduce operating cost in Distribution Network
DC Managers, IT, Equipment Managers
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Finance Team, Suppliers, Hauliers, Network Planning Team, 
Transport team, Compliance Clerks , Supplier Inbound and 
Primary Support Office 
Operational skills relevant for this job:
Experience relevant for this job:
Supply Chain Management - Intermediate 
Graduate experience in area of warehouse, transport and 
Distribution and Demand Planning - Intermediate
network planning field 
Problem-solving skills and analytical mindset - Skilled
Specialization in Supply chain and logistics preferably  
Excellent communication - Skilled
Minimum 3 Years of Planning role and supply chain experience
Ability to prioritize tasks effectively
Resilience and responsiveness
MS Office Suites - Skilled 
You will need
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Whats in it for you
At Tesco, we are committed to providing the best for you. 
 
As a result, our colleagues enjoy a unique, differentiated, market- competitive reward package, based on the current industry practices, for all the work they put into serving our customers, communities and planet a little better every day. 
 
Our Tesco Rewards framework consists of pillars - Fixed Pay, Incentives, and Benefits.  
 
Total Rewards offered at Tesco is determined by four principles - simple, fair, competitive, and sustainable. 
 
Salary - Your fixed pay is the guaranteed pay as per your contract of employment. 
 
Performance Bonus - Opportunity to earn additional compensation bonus based on performance, paid annually 
 
Leave & Time-off - Colleagues are entitled to 30 days of leave (18 days of Earned Leave, 12 days of Casual/Sick Leave) and 10 national and festival holidays, as per the company's policy. 
 
Making Retirement Tension-FreeSalary - In addition to Statutory retirement beneets, Tesco enables colleagues to participate in voluntary programmes like NPS and VPF. 
 
Health is Wealth - Tesco promotes programmes that support a culture of health and wellness including insurance for colleagues and their family. Our medical insurance provides coverage for dependents including parents or in-laws. 
 
Mental Wellbeing - We offer mental health support through self-help tools, community groups, ally networks, face-to-face counselling, and more for both colleagues and dependents.  
 
Financial Wellbeing - Through our financial literacy partner, we offer one-to-one financial coaching at discounted rates, as well as salary advances on earned wages upon request.  
 
Save As You Earn (SAYE) - Our SAYE programme allows colleagues to transition from being employees to Tesco shareholders through a structured 3-year savings plan.  
 
Physical Wellbeing - Our green campus promotes physical wellbeing with facilities that include a cricket pitch, football field, badminton and volleyball courts, along with indoor games, encouraging a healthier lifestyle. 
About Us
At Tesco, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in treating everyone fairly and with respect, valuing individuality and uniqueness to create a true sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are deeply embedded in our values—we treat people how they want to be treated. Our goal is for all colleagues to feel they can be themselves at work, and we are committed to helping them thrive. Across the Tesco group, we are building an inclusive workplace that actively celebrates the cultures, personalities, and preferences of our colleagues, who in turn contribute to the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. 
 
 At Tesco Bengaluru, we are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, highlighting our commitment to creating a supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. We are dedicated to offering equal opportunities for all candidates and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. Our recruitment process is fully accessible, and we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments during interviews. If you need any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know. We are here to ensure that everyone has the chance to succeed. 
 
 We also believe in fostering a work environment where you can excel both professionally and personally. Our hybrid model allows you to work flexibly—spend 60% of your week collaborating in person with colleagues at our office locations or local sites, and the rest of the time working remotely. We understand that everyone's life journey is unique, whether you are starting your career, pursuing passions, or navigating life changes, and we are here to support you. Flexibility is a core part of our culture, and we encourage open conversations about how we can best accommodate your needs, so talk to us throughout your application process on the support required.