Location
London, London

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
By joining Sainsbury's team as a PA to the Director of Logistics - Food, GM & Clothing, you will become part of an organisation that recognises the importance of its people and strives to bring in top talent to drive innovation and success. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you can make a real impact. From managing the Director's schedule to providing confidential support and facilitating communication across various stakeholders, you will play a significant role in ensuring smooth operations and effective decision-making. With a commitment to work-life balance and a comprehensive range of benefits, including competitive compensation, learning and development opportunities, and staff discounts, joining us offers the chance to be part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and personal growth.

As a PA to the Director of Logistics - Food, GM & Clothing at Sainsbury's, you will provide professional and confidential support, manage the efficient flow of information, and resolve issues to ensure smooth operations. You will be responsible for effectively managing the Director's diary, prioritising requests for time and long-term commitments according to HR and operational priorities. Additionally, you will coordinate governance, planning, reporting and delivery activity across the logistics leadership team, using sound judgement to prioritise work, align plans and stakeholders, resolve routine queries and ensure timely follow-through. The role does not hold accountability for project leadership, strategic decisions or delivery outcomes. Furthermore, you will collaborate with stakeholders, both internally and externally, to establish positive working relationships, support the resolution of queries, and take minutes in meetings as required. Your attention to detail, ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and maintain a high level of confidentiality will be crucial to your success.

Our Supply Chain team is the engine room for getting thousands of products from farms and factories to millions of customers every day. We leverage insight and data to anticipate customer needs, ensuring they get what they want, when they need it. You'll be part of a team that is data-driven and judgement-focused, always the first to identify and address any issues or ambiguities. A culture of collaboration, customer obsession, and continuous improvement drives us to deliver market-leading product availability and operational excellence, and fuels our innovation. Our Supply Chain team calls for people who champion change, are customer-obsessed, data-driven, and excel at collaborating and communicating effectively - because those people can go a very long way.

Experience
Previous experience in a PA or similar administrative role is advantageous but not explicitly required. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment is essential.

About you
You are a highly professional and efficient individual who thrives in providing exceptional support. You have excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise and manage various commitments including diary management, communication review, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements. You build strong relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally, and contribute to the success of the Logistics team by assisting in the delivery of team objectives. Your integrity, adaptability, and proactive approach make you a trusted and reliable partner.

Qualifications
Qualifications range from C3 to C30. We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Development opportunities are provided and flexible working is supported where possible.

Benefits
Starting with colleague discount of 10% on shopping online and in-store at Sainsbury's, Argos, TU and Habitat, with regular increases to 15% during the year. Pension scheme and life cover included. Potential eligibility for a performance-related bonus of up to 5% of salary. Annual holiday allowance with option to buy additional holiday. Additional benefits include season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme, health cash plans, salary advance, and access to a wide range of retailer discounts. Employee assistance programme available. Generous maternity, adoption and paternity leave pay.