Supply Chain Manager

You’ll collaborate across departments to optimise supply chain performance, build supplier and logistics partnerships, and implement continuous improvement initiatives that support business growth and customer satisfaction.

• Foster a culture of accountability, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and implement a robust supply chain strategy that aligns with business goals and market demands.
• Conduct regular stock reviews and lead inventory reduction initiatives without impacting service levels.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of supply chain professionals.
• Build strong internal partnerships with operations, production, finance, and commercial teams.
• Identify and mitigate operational and supply risks.
• Analyse market and demand trends to drive strategic decision-making.
• Support sustainability goals through process optimisation and waste reduction initiatives.
• Negotiate key supplier agreements and manage strategic relationships.
• Work with logistics partners to improve delivery performance and service reliability.
• Maintain optimal stock levels to balance cost and availability.
• Manage all inbound and outbound logistics, ensuring timely and cost-effective transportation.
• Ensure all supply chain processes comply with company policies, safety standards, and legal requirements.
• Implement measures to minimise waste, reduce costs, and streamline material flow.
• Continuously assess and enhance systems and workflows to improve visibility and efficiency.
• Monitor compliance with ethical sourcing and sustainability standards.
• Oversee sourcing activities and supplier performance to ensure cost, quality, and delivery objectives are met.
• Drive digital transformation within the supply chain, leveraging data analytics and automation tools.
• Support innovation through supplier collaboration and value engineering initiatives.
• Lead capacity planning, ensuring supply meets operational and customer needs.
• Optimise warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, and stock turnover.
• Forecast material and production requirements in collaboration with procurement, production, and sales teams.
• Lead audits and drive corrective action plans where required.
• Implement MRP/ERP-driven planning processes and forecasting tools.
• Monitor supply chain KPIs including OTIF (On Time In Full), inventory accuracy, and cost efficiency.

Our client is looking for an experienced and proactive Supply Chain Manager to oversee the full spectrum of their supply chain operations, from sourcing and logistics to inventory and distribution. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role where you’ll be responsible for ensuring the efficient, cost-effective, and reliable flow of materials and products through the business.

If you’re an experienced Supply Chain Manager with the drive to lead change, optimise performance, and deliver tangible results, we’d love to hear from you.

• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and deliver measurable performance improvements.
• Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-moving, results-oriented environment.
• CIPS, APICS, or equivalent professional qualification desirable.
• Strong analytical mindset with experience using ERP/MRP systems and data tools.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven experience in a supply chain management or senior logistics role, ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, including procurement, inventory control, and logistics.

Salary: £50k