Teams at John Lewis Partnership

Senior Trading Manager responsible for commercial performance of Fresh categories, leading a team of Buyers to deliver sales and profit targets across channels. Collaborates cross-functionally and with suppliers on range, Own Brand innovation, forecasting, space planning, negotiation, and long-term category strategy while coaching and driving transformation.

Lead a team to deliver performance reporting, translate financial forecasts into operational budgets, and drive productivity improvements across Waitrose distribution sites. Provide detailed analysis, manage P&Ls and third-party partner performance, support strategic planning and track benefits of change to meet financial targets.

Lead development and delivery of the Small Supplier and BrandsNew strategy, translating commercial plans into 12–24 month roadmaps. Manage cross-functional stakeholders, monitor proposition performance, coach a Local/Regional & Small Supplier Manager, and drive commercial growth, operational efficiency and branded innovation across regional and speciality assortments.