Supply Chain Director

1st Executive; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global food manufacturing company is seeking a dynamic Supply Chain Director to drive the development and execution of their global supply chain strategy. This senior leadership role involves optimizing inventory management, leading high-performing teams, and overseeing all aspects of supply chain operations, including logistics and supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and analytical skills while ensuring compliance and sustainability objectives are met. Apply now for more details about this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in creating and executing supply chain strategies.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills for demand and supply planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the global supply chain strategy.
• Build, mentor, and lead high-performing teams.
• Oversee demand and supply planning processes.
• Ensure optimal inventory levels and performance metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Supply chain strategy development

Team leadership

S&OP processes

Inventory management

Supplier negotiations

Logistics management

Lean and Six Sigma

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and forward-thinking Supply Chain Director to join a global food manufacturing business. This senior leadership position will influence the executive team.

• Develop and execute the global supply chain strategy aligned with business objectives
• Build, mentor, and lead high-performing supply chain teams

• Oversee demand planning, supply planning, S&OP processes
• Ensure optimal inventory levels, service performance, and working capital management
• Drive continuous improvement in supply chain efficiency.

• Lead strategic sourcing, supplier selection, and contract negotiations
• Develop supplier partnerships and risk mitigation strategies
• Ensure ethical sourcing, compliance, and sustainability objectives

• Manage inbound/outbound logistics, warehousing, and transportation networks
• Ensure high OTIF (On-Time In-Full) delivery performance

• Partner with manufacturing leaders to optimise capacity, throughput, and cost
• Drive lean, Six Sigma, or operational excellence initiatives

• Own supply chain budgets, cost control, and savings initiatives

Apply now for more details