Supply Chain Manager

Alexander Steele; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer is seeking a Supply Chain Lead in Coventry. This role involves managing inbound and outbound supply chain processes, leading a team, and ensuring timely dispatch of products. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in supply chain management within the food industry and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

25 leave days + 8 bank holidays

10% Bonus

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years Supply Chain experience in Food or Drinks manufacturing.
• Experience in FMCG environment with Purchasing and Inventory Management.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning, procurement, production, inventory control, and distribution.
• Maximize service levels and customer satisfaction while controlling inventory.
• Lead team to meet KPI standards and manage according to budget.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory Management

Materials Planning

Purchasing

Logistics Management

Education

Degree or relevant professional qualification

Tools

ERP systems

SAP

Job description

Our client, a leading Food manufacturer is urgently looking for a Supply Chain Lead to join their site in Coventry and manage their overall inbound and outbound supply chain process.

You will lead a team to ensure the adequate supply of raw materials and packaging for production; as well as overseeing the timely despatch of finished products to meet customer service levels.

On Offer:

• Salary will be circa 45K to 50K + 10% Bonus.
• The role will be based onsite in the Coventry area.
• 25 leave days + 8 bank holidays

Key responsibilities:

• Manage planning, procurement, production, inventory control, internal logistics and distribution to customers and third-party storage.
• Maximising service levels and customer satisfaction, whilst maintaining control of inventory levels.
• Manage lead times on all procurement requirements.
• Lead the team ensuring they meet agreed KPI standards and manage according to budget and operational capacity.
• Ensure production forecasts and promotional activity is clearly communicated to all relevant departments in a timely manner which ensures the site is adequately resourced to meet this requirement.
• Monitoring stock levels and tracking products.

Candidate requirements:

• A degree or relevant professional qualification.
• At least 3 to 5 years Supply Chain experience in a Food or Drinks manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated Purchasing, Inventory Management, Materials Planning, Stock Replenishment or Outbound Logistics management experience in a FMCG environment.
• Effective people management and leadership skills.
• ERP systems experience (SAP will be a strong advantage)