Senior Site Supply Chain Leader - SAP, Pharma Manufacturing

Dechra; Skipton; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent working conditions

Discretionary bonus up to 20%

Company car / car allowance

Free EV charging points

9 day fortnight working pattern

Attractive pension scheme

Job summary

Dechra is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager for our Skipton site to own end-to-end supply chain activities, from planning to customer service. You will lead planning, procurement, warehousing and operations, applying SAP ERP/MRP to optimise forecast accuracy and inventory levels.

You will shape the site's supply chain strategy, develop a high-performing team, and drive continuous improvement across the function to ensure on-time delivery and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in supply chain and production planning leadership within regulated manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of planning, scheduling, inventory management and warehousing operations.
• Extensive SAP ERP/MRP systems experience.
• Proven people leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree or equivalent in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations or related discipline preferred.
• Collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end supply chain function for the Skipton site.
• Drive the S&OP process and create a robust production plan.
• Manage demand planning, capacity planning and inventory optimisation.
• Oversee warehouse performance, materials replenishment and customer service activities.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration to ensure customer demand is met.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Develop, coach and inspire a high-performing team.
• Utilise ERP/MRP systems to strengthen planning and decision-making.
• Support long-term business growth through forecasting and resource planning.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Forecasting

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations or related

Tools

SAP ERP/MRP

Job description

Dechra is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Manager for our Skipton site to own end-to-end supply chain activities, from planning to customer service. You will lead planning, procurement, warehousing and operations, applying SAP ERP/MRP to optimise forecast accuracy and inventory levels.

You will shape the site's supply chain strategy, develop a high-performing team, and drive continuous improvement across the function to ensure on-time delivery and operational excellence.