Wickes are a digitally led, service enabled organisation with a project in every home.
Are you looking for your next opportunity within Responsible Sourcing and Quality Management? Would you enjoy the pace and energy of a retail environment which is collaborative, fun and inclusive where people feel part of a winning team?
Wickes are a leading multichannel retailer and we are looking for an experienced Quality Management professional to join our established team and be part of driving our ambitious growth plans.
Key responsibilities:
You will be responsible for supporting the business in providing safe, compliant and sustainable products through the responsible management of suppliers, manufacturers and raw materials within the Wickes supply chain.
A critical role within our commercial team, you will provide technical expertise, supporting the wider team on sourcing, application and suitability of products. Of course, customer safety, product reliability and compliance to legislation is imperative so you will have the experience to manage the complexities of the technical nature of the products, and route to market sourcing internationally.
Alongside this you will be contributing to the development and implementation of policies linked to sustainability, ethical trading and product compliance.
What are we looking for:
- Professional/Technical Qualification in an appropriate field i.e. Chartered Engineer.
- In-depth knowledge of QA Practices and methodology and able to demonstrate practical experience of Supplier, Factory, CSR (Ethical) audits
- In-depth & detailed knowledge of UK product legislation covering safety, legal, environmental & associated technical standards and compliance certification schemes
- Resilience in following through business critical issues
- Persuasive approach to problem solving at all levels
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to a broad spectrum of individuals
- Well organised with the ability to plan workload to achieve deadlines.
- Good numeracy skills and conversant in Google and Microsoft platforms,
- Full UK drivers licence and flexibility to travel. Some overseas travel may be required, depending on categories managed.
What can we offer you?
You’ll be supported with fantastic learning and development and have the opportunity to grow and develop your career with us
We’ll also equip you with a benefits package that includes
- Competitive bonus
- Save-as-you-earn scheme
- Private Medical and Life Assurance
- Contributory pension scheme
- Colleague discount
- Discount platform including savings and cash back at numerous retailers, savings on gym membership, cycle to work scheme
Our widely recognised wellbeing strategy is something we’re proud of at Wickes. As part of this, we offer a range of health and wellbeing benefits and support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, financial education & loans, and access to parental, menopause and fertility support.
About Us:
Wickes is a multi-channel retailer operating in the home improvement market. With 40 years in industry, Wickes now generates revenue in excess of £1.3Bn across 230 stores delivered by 8,000+ colleagues.
But it is the Wickes’ culture that is considered its best kept secret; it’s a collaborative, down to earth, fun and inclusive environment where people feel part of a winning team. All our colleagues come from different backgrounds, but what we all have in common is a determination to succeed and a passion for being the best we can be. If that sounds like you, we’ll make you feel right at home.
"Please contact us if you require any adjustments within the application process, wickesrecruit@wickes.co.uk. If you require any reasonable adjustments at the interview stage you will have an opportunity to inform us when we invite you to interview.”
