Supply Chain & Logistics Manager

Snackbrands Australia; Enfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the snack food industry, Snackbrands Australia is seeking a Supply Chain & Logistics Manager to oversee operations at their state-of-the-art manufacturing site. Responsibilities include enhancing logistics efficiency, managing partnerships, and leading a high-performance team. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and substantial experience in supply chain management.

Benefits

Career growth and mentoring opportunities

Birthday Leave

Access to discounts on Retailers

Onsite parking

Wellbeing Days

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in leading continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead customer-facing aspects of supply chain operations.
• Oversee operations of fully automated warehouse ensuring productivity.
• Manage relationships with freight carriers and customs brokers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Education

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

Job description

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We’re on the hunt for an energetic motivated leader to join our Snackbrands Australia team in the role of Supply Chain & Logistics Manager. Reporting to the Supply Chain Director, this exciting permanent role will be based in our state of the art Orchard Hills manufacturing site.

About Us:
Snackbrands Australia is part of Intersnack Group, a German snack food company founded in 1968 with operations in 27 countries. Although internationally owned we still locally manufacture our delicious snacks, creating Happy Snacking Moments for everyone!.

Here at Snack Brands Australia, we proudly make some of Australia’s favourite snacks including CC’s, Thins, Cheezels, Kettle, The Natural Chip Company and Nice & Natural. Across our two sites, we make over 200 million packets of chips a year - that's a lot of enjoyment and fun we bring to snackers every day! We encourage a culture that is exciting, challenging and we strive for innovation in everything we do. Our aim is for our people to share in our success, enjoy our products and reap the benefits of their hard work within a supportive environment where work life balance is encouraged!

About the role:
The Supply Chain and Logistics Manager is responsible for leading the customer-facing aspects of our supply chain operations, with an expanded focus on warehousing, transportation, and distribution management.
You will be responsible for:

• Lead network modelling, scenario planning, and capacity optimization initiatives to enhance the end-to-end logistics network—ensuring operations are efficient, cost-effective, timely, and customer-focused.
• Foster and sustain strategic partnerships with key customers to gain deep insight into their end-to-end supply chain needs, with a focus on consistently exceeding their expectations
• Drive the digitalization of the supply chain and warehousing through optimization of current WMS and ERP systems, development of reporting dashboards and analytics.
• Collaborate across commercial, operations and planning to align supply capabilities with business goals. Actively contribute and represent supply chain in the IBP process.
• Oversee operations of our state-of-the-art, fully automated warehouse to ensure safety, quality, internal and external service levels, productivity, inventory and throughput targets are exceeded.
• Lead and ensure compliance with Chain of Responsibility, transportation regulations, customs, and quality compliance standards.
• Manage relationships with freight carriers and customs brokers and on occasions third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to align service levels. Additionally work with them to develop and implement plans that contribute to the decarbonization of our freight network and overall sustainability goals.
• Develop, manage, and control the annual supply chain operational budget, including, transportation, warehousing and customer service expenses.
• Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives across warehousing, logistics, and service operations without compromising service levels
• Coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and collaboration

About you:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in leading continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing, transport, logistics or supply chain environment.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross functional teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage
• stakeholders at all levels.

What can you expect in return?
A supportive working environment (with plenty of snacks on hand!) where you'll feel engaged and valued, career growth and mentoring opportunities, Birthday Leave, Access to discounts on Retailers, onsite parking and a focus on health and wellness (like Wellbeing Days!) to make your workplace more enjoyable!
If you have the experience we are looking for and you wish to join a company where you can have pride and passion in what you do, please APPLY NOW and submit your application form below!

**Please Note: Our application process includes a Job Specific Application Form. This will be automatically emailed to you directly after you have applied. Only applications with this Application Form completed will be considered.

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Snackbrands Australia is one of Australia’s leading snacking companies and is home to some of Australia’s most iconic snack foods. Our team are passionate about creating great tasting snacks for Aussie consumers to enjoy. Our rich brand history spans across seven decades, and you will no doubt be familiar with our brands, including Kettle, CC’s, Thins, Cheezels, The Natural Chip Company and more!

Snackbrands Australia is one of Australia’s leading snacking companies and is home to some of Australia’s most iconic snack foods. Our team are passionate about creating great tasting snacks for Aussie consumers to enjoy. Our rich brand history spans across seven decades, and you will no doubt be familiar with our brands, including Kettle, CC’s, Thins, Cheezels, The Natural Chip Company and more!

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