Head of Supply Chain & Manufacturing in Blackwood, Caerphilly

Energy Jobline CVL; Blackwood; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy job board is seeking a Head of Supply Chain & Manufacturing in Blackwood, Wales. This senior role will lead the supply chain strategy across two sites, focusing on procurement, logistics, and operational excellence. Candidates should have significant leadership experience, ideally in the food industry, and possess strong problem-solving and analytical skills. The position offers an opportunity to enhance supply chain efficiency and deliver high-quality products.

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in supply chain and manufacturing, ideally in food industry.
• Strong knowledge of production, quality, and materials management.
• Experience in procurement and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a supply chain strategy to improve efficiency.
• Oversee demand planning and stock management.
• Manage warehousing and ensure timely deliveries.

Skills

Leadership experience in supply chain

Problem-solving skills

Commercial judgment

Strong analytical skills

People management

Education

Degree in business, manufacturing, or related discipline

Food Safety qualification (Level 3 or above)

Management qualification (Level 5 or equivalent)

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Head of Supply Chain & Manufacturing

We are seeking a commercially minded and operationally strong Head of Supply Chain & Manufacturing to lead our supply chain strategy and operations across two manufacturing sites. Reporting directly to the Operations Director, this senior leadership role carries full accountability for procurement, planning, logistics, inventory, and production performance. The successful candidate will bring both strategic vision and hands‑on leadership, with a proven track record of building efficient, resilient, and scalable supply chains. You will ensure our products are delivered on time, to specification, and in the most cost‑effective way, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a supply chain strategy that supports growth, improves service levels, and drives efficiency across procurement, planning, and logistics.
• Lead sourcing, supplier negotiations, and long‑term partnerships to deliver value, quality, and reliability.
• Oversee demand planning, production scheduling, and stock management to minimise waste, optimise resources, and ensure total food safety and quality compliance.
• Manage warehousing and outbound logistics, ensuring accurate and timely deliveries.
• Provide strategic direction to production teams, driving improvements in safety, productivity, and quality.
• Champion ERP and supply chain systems, using data to improve forecasting, visibility, and decision‑making.
• Build and inspire a high‑performing operations team, setting clear goals and supporting career progression.
• Partner with Commercial, Finance, Product, and Quality teams to align supply chain objectives with wider business priorities.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards while proactively managing risks.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree (or equivalent) in business, manufacturing, or a related discipline.
• Significant leadership experience in supply chain and manufacturing, ideally within the food industry.
• Strong knowledge of production, quality, maintenance, and materials management.
• Proven track record in delivering performance improvements and operational efficiency.
• Experience in procurement, contract negotiation, and supplier management.
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills with sound commercial judgment.
• Effective people manager with relevant HR knowledge and a participative leadership style.
• Food Safety qualification (Level 3 or above).
• Management qualification (Level 5 or equivalent, e.g. ILM, NVQ).

Competencies

• Strong analytical and data‑driven approach.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Confident communicator and influencer at all levels.
• Project management skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• High integrity, sound judgment, and results‑oriented.
• Effective team player who builds positive relationships.

This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to shape and deliver a best‑in‑class supply chain and manufacturing function, ensuring resilience, efficiency, and operational excellence.

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