Head of Supply Chain — Lean + Digital Transformation

Michael Page (UK); Lancashire; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A market leading manufacturing company in Lancashire seeks a Head of Supply Chain to lead operational excellence and drive digital innovation. This pivotal role involves defining a comprehensive supply chain strategy, managing supplier relationships, and leading a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in supply chain leadership, particularly within manufacturing, and possess strong skills in procurement, logistics, and digital transformation. Competitive salary offered from £75,000 to £85,000, alongside benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of transforming culture and process using lean principles within a supply chain function.
• Supply chain leadership experience, ideally within manufacturing or consumer goods.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, logistics, inventory management, and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver a comprehensive supply chain strategy.
• Oversee the supply chain lifecycle and optimise demand smoothing.
• Implement advanced analytics to improve forecasting.
• Build collaborative partnerships with key suppliers.
• Lead the Quality and CI functions.
• Inspire and develop a high-performing team.
• Oversee training programmes to enhance operational capabilities.

Skills

Transforming culture and process using lean principles

Supply chain leadership

Digital transformation and data-driven decision-making

Procurement knowledge

Logistics and inventory management

Stakeholder management

Exceptional communication skills

Job description

A market leading manufacturing company in Lancashire seeks a Head of Supply Chain to lead operational excellence and drive digital innovation. This pivotal role involves defining a comprehensive supply chain strategy, managing supplier relationships, and leading a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in supply chain leadership, particularly within manufacturing, and possess strong skills in procurement, logistics, and digital transformation. Competitive salary offered from £75,000 to £85,000, alongside benefits.