Head of Supply Chain

Cast UK; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks an experienced Head of Supply Chain to manage end-to-end operations for a dynamic distribution business. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in supply chain management, particularly with suppliers from Europe and the Far East. This role offers a competitive salary of £75,000 - £85,000 plus car and benefits. You will have the chance to make a significant impact and thrive in a company experiencing exciting growth.

Benefits

Car provided

Bonus scheme

Pension

Qualifications

• Proven track record in an end-to-end supply chain leadership role.
• Expertise in supply chain management with suppliers across Europe and the Far East.
• Excellent data and ERP system skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end supply chain operations for a distribution business.
• Oversee inbound deliveries and supplier performance.
• Initiate supply chain improvements for operational cost savings.

Skills

Supply chain leadership

Demand planning

Inventory management

Stakeholder engagement

ERP system skills

Job description

Head of Supply Chain

West Yorkshire

£75,000 - £85,000 plus car and benefits

Are you a Supply Chain Leader with proven experience in global supply chain management?

Cast UK is hiring a Head of Supply Chain to oversee end to end supply chain activities for our West Yorkshire based client.

If you are looking for a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving business undergoing an exciting period of change and growth, this could be the career move for you…!

What does the role involve?

• Managing end to end supply chain operations for a fast paced, thriving distribution business importing products from suppliers across Europe and the Far East
• Assuming ultimate responsibility for demand planning, inventory management and product availability
• Overseeing inbound deliveries from Europe and the Far East, including lead time management and container optimisation
• Managing supplier performance and driving improvements in vendor service levels
• Initiating and delivering supply chain improvements to drive efficiencies and operational cost savings for the business
• Developing supply chain strategies, processes and systems which facilitate and support the business' next phase of growth and expansion
• Playing an instrumental role in key business projects, including an upcoming ERP System Implementation
• Leading and mentoring the Supply Chain team and working collaboratively with other functions to achieve overall business objectives of synergies, efficiencies and growth

Why should I apply?

• A thriving company going through an exciting period of change
• Plans for exponential growth in the next 3-5 years
• Chance to make a real impact from Day 1
• Great opportunities for career progression in the future
• Competitive salary plus generous benefits (including car, bonus and pension)

Ideal Skills and Experience

• Proven track record in an end to end supply chain leadership role in a fast-paced, dynamic business
• Capable of working at both a strategic and operational level, as required in a fast growing SME
• Expertise in demand planning, forecasting, inventory control and supply chain management, particularly with suppliers based in Europe and the Far East
• Excellent data and ERP system skills, ideally having led an ERP system implementation project or having operated as a key user / super user in the past
• Honed stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with other functions across the business
• Strong leadership and management skills, able to coach and inspire a supply chain team