Supply Chain Innovation & Continuous Improvement Lead

The Range; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company is seeking a Supply Chain Continuous Improvement & Innovation Manager to drive transformation across their network. This role focuses on enhancing service levels and reducing costs through innovation and process optimisation. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and a strong background in supply chain leadership, with generous benefits and a competitive salary offered. Location is Plymouth, Devon.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Long service awards

Employee discount

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• 5–10 years in supply chain leadership roles, ideally in FMCG, retail, or omnichannel environments.
• Strong background in network optimisation, planning, and operational execution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a roadmap for continuous improvement and innovation across our supply chain network.
• Identify and implement initiatives that enhance cost, speed, and quality.
• Introduce automation and mechanisation to elevate service levels and operational efficiency.
• Partner with procurement, logistics, IT, and operations to deliver scalable solutions.
• Establish KPIs, track performance, and present insights to senior leadership.
• Ensure our network is resilient, flexible, and ready to scale with business demands.

Skills

Exceptional organisational and governance skills

Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities

High energy, self-starter mindset

Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office proficiency

Analytical thinker with a data-driven approach to problem-solving

Experience with P&L responsibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

SAP APO / IBP

Data Guru

Supply Chain Guru

Job description

A leading retail company is seeking a Supply Chain Continuous Improvement & Innovation Manager to drive transformation across their network. This role focuses on enhancing service levels and reducing costs through innovation and process optimisation. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and a strong background in supply chain leadership, with generous benefits and a competitive salary offered. Location is Plymouth, Devon.