Strategic Supply Chain Manager – Chemicals

Morgan Ryder Associates; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Ryder Associates is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager for a chemical manufacturing business in Runcorn. The role will take responsibility for the day-to-day management and strategic development of supply chain activities, focusing on supplier performance, purchasing, logistics, stock control and cost efficiency.

The successful candidate will collaborate with suppliers, logistics providers, purchasing, production, quality and commercial teams to ensure materials and products move

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supply chain, procurement or logistics management role.
• Strong supplier relationship and negotiation skills.
• Experience managing logistics providers and transportation arrangements.
• Good understanding of inventory control and supply chain costs.
• Experience working within a regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and develop relationships with key suppliers and logistics partners.
• Lead supplier performance management, including service, cost, quality and delivery performance.
• Oversee purchasing and procurement activities, ensuring competitive pricing and reliable supply.
• Manage inbound and outbound logistics, including transport providers and freight arrangements.
• Monitor stock levels, inventory accuracy and working capital, identifying opportunities to reduce cost and improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with chemical industry, health & safety, environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Work with internal teams to resolve supply, delivery and supplier-related issues.
• Negotiate with suppliers and logistics providers to achieve improvements.
• Develop and monitor supply chain KPIs and report performance to senior management.
• Identify supply chain risks and develop contingency plans.
• Lead continuous improvement projects across procurement, logistics and supply chain processes.
• Support development and implementation of supply chain policies, procedures and systems.
• Manage and develop members of the supply chain/procurement team where applicable.

Skills

Supply chain management

Procurement

Logistics management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

IT / ERP / MRP

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Morgan Ryder Associates is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager for a chemical manufacturing business in Runcorn. The role will take responsibility for the day-to-day management and strategic development of supply chain activities, focusing on supplier performance, purchasing, logistics, stock control and cost efficiency.

The successful candidate will collaborate with suppliers, logistics providers, purchasing, production, quality and commercial teams to ensure materials and products move