Head of Supply Chain in Rogerstone

Theo James Recruitment; Newport; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company seeks a Head of Supply Chain to oversee planning, scheduling, and procurement at a major production site. This senior role involves managing a large team and driving strategic improvements, offering a chance to influence supply chain performance in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Bonus

Relocation support

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail discounts

Cycle2Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head of Supply Chain or similar role within food manufacturing.
• Deep understanding of chilled supply chain logistics.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the supply chain and planning function at a major chilled food production site.
• Manage a team of over 100 professionals and collaborate with various teams.
• Shape supply chain strategy and performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

KPI-driven

Collaboration

Chilled Supply Chain Logistics

Job description

Benefits: Bonus, Relocation support, Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, Cycle2Work Scheme, and more.
Working Hours: Full-time, site-based role

The Company

Our client is a £3 billion turnover business and one of the UK s most established names in food manufacturing. With a proud heritage and staff spanning two to three generations, they have built a reputation for excellence and innovation. The site is a key operation, supplying one of the UK s most reputable retail brands. As Head of Supply Chain, you will join a site with a long-standing workforce and a strong sense of pride and community. You ll lead a core team of 10 professionals within a wider function, driving strategic improvements across the supply chain.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Head of Supply Chain to lead the supply chain and planning function at a major chilled food production site. In this senior leadership role, you will take ownership of planning, scheduling, procurement, and distribution processes, ensuring optimal operational performance.

The Head of Supply Chain will manage a team of over 100 professionals and collaborate with commercial, technical, and logistics teams to meet site demands. You will play a pivotal role in shaping supply chain strategy and performance metrics across the site.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Head of Supply Chain or similar role within food manufacturing

• Deep understanding of chilled supply chain logistics

• Strong leadership and team development skills

• KPI-driven and highly collaborative

• Comfortable working with high-volume, perishable goods

Why Should You Apply?

As Head of Supply Chain, you ll have the opportunity to lead transformative initiatives in a fast-paced environment. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and influence a major operation s supply chain performance, this could be the perfect role for you.