Supply Chain Lead

Chesterfield Poultry; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 3%

Private health & dental

On-site parking

Canteen on site

Job summary

Chesterfield Poultry in Doncaster is seeking a Supply Chain Lead to oversee end-to-end procurement for a food manufacturing environment. You will develop sourcing strategies, negotiate supplier contracts, and drive cost efficiencies while ensuring product quality and supply continuity.

This on-site role requires strong supplier management, adherence to HACCP/BRC standards, and collaboration with production, planning and logistics teams to optimise inventory, reduce waste and manage budgets.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Source and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, ingredients, and packaging.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and SLAs to achieve best value.
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs (quality, cost, delivery).
• Identify and deliver cost-saving initiatives while maintaining quality and safety.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation

Contract management

Food safety knowledge

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication & stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Business

CIPS qualification desirable

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Supply Chain Lead

Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum

Vacancy Type: Full time, Permanent

Hours: Monday to Friday 08:30-17:30 (One hour lunch unpaid)

TheSupply Chain Lead is responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement function within a food manufacturing environment. This includes sourcing raw materials and packaging, negotiating supplier contracts, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and delivering cost efficiencies while maintaining product quality and supply continuity.

Duties:

Procurement & Sourcing

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives
• Source and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, ingredients, and packaging
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service level agreements to achieve best value

Supplier Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs (quality, cost, delivery)
• Conduct regular supplier reviews and audits

Cost Management

• Identify and deliver cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or safety
• Monitor commodity markets and manage price fluctuations
• Prepare and manage procurement budgets and forecasts

Food Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all suppliers meet relevant food safety and quality standards (e.g., HACCP, BRC, ISO)
• Maintain full traceability of materials in line with regulatory requirements
• Support internal and external audits

Supply Chain Coordination

• Work closely with production, planning, and logistics teams to ensure material availability
• Manage inventory levels, minimising waste and avoiding stockouts
• Oversee supplier lead times and delivery schedules

Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks (e.g., supplier dependency, disruptions)
• Develop contingency plans and alternative sourcing strategies

  Skills & Experience

  Key Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in procurement within a food manufacturing or FMCG environment
  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills
  • Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality standards
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

  Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Professional procurement qualification (e.g., CIPS) desirable

  Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Cost savings and budget adherence
  • Supplier performance (quality, delivery, reliability)
  • Stock availability and inventory turnover
  • Compliance with food safety and regulatory standards

  Benefits:

  • 3% pension
  • DIS / Personal Private and dental healthcare
  • £55K-£65KPA
  • Fully on site role (no hybrid or remote working).
  • On site parking
  • On site subsidised canteen