Head of Supply Chain

Advocate Group; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Head of Supply Chain to lead and optimize their end-to-end operations. This pivotal role involves driving efficiency, innovation, and performance across supply chain functions in a high-growth food business. The successful candidate will leverage their extensive experience in supply chain management to build strategic supplier relationships, ensure compliance with food safety standards, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Join a forward-thinking organization where your leadership can truly shape the future of supply chain and operations.

Qualifications

• Significant senior-level experience in supply chain and operations.
• Deep knowledge of logistics, procurement, and planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire teams across procurement and operations.
• Drive supply chain efficiency from sourcing to delivery.
• Ensure operational readiness for new product launches.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Logistics

Procurement

Operational Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Commercial Acumen

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or Engineering

MBA or Master's Degree

Job description

Are you a seasoned Supply Chain leader ready to take the reins of a dynamic, end-to-end operation? This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of supply chain and operations in a high-growth food business.

As Head of Supply Chain, you’ll be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of supply chain, logistics, procurement, technical, and warehousing functions. You’ll drive efficiency, innovation, and performance across the board, ensuring customer expectations are consistently met while championing a culture of continuous improvement and safety.

What you’ll be doing:

• Lead and inspire high-performing teams across procurement, distribution, operations, and technical functions.
• Drive end-to-end supply chain efficiency, from sourcing to final product delivery
• Develop robust planning and forecasting processes to optimise inventory and working capital
• Build strategic supplier relationships to support quality, performance, and innovation
• Ensure operational readiness for new product launches, promotions, and seasonal campaigns
• Lead technical compliance, food safety, and risk management across the supply chain
• Promote and embed a strong health and safety culture throughout all functions

What we’re looking for:

• Significant senior-level experience in supply chain and operations, ideally within food manufacturing.
• Proven leadership of multi-site operations and cross-functional teams
• Deep knowledge of logistics, procurement, planning, and technical operations
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to drive cost efficiencies without compromising service
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Degree-qualified in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field; MBA or Master’s preferred

This is a pivotal role offering the chance to influence business strategy, lead transformation, and deliver meaningful results in a well-established yet forward-thinking organisation.

Get in touch with Joanna at the Advocate Group or ‘Apply Now’ to be considered for this position.

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The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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