Supply Chain Manager

Albert Bartlett; Airdrie; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Albert Bartlett is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee daily operations in Airdrie. The role includes managing team performance, optimizing inventory and transportation processes, and ensuring cost-effectiveness in warehousing. Applicants should demonstrate strong leadership skills and experience in transport management and supply chain operations.

Benefits

Free parking

Cycle to work scheme

Referral bonuses

Life insurance

Long service recognition

Employee recognition schemes

Access to health & wellbeing apps

Flexible pay options

Qualifications

• Experience overseeing supply chain operations.
• Ability to manage stock and inventory effectively.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations in chilled and frozen supply chain.
• Manage team performance and development.
• Produce monthly/year-end stock counts and KPI reports.

Skills

People management skills

Transport management

Cost reduction initiatives

Warehouse process improvement

Job description

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Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the added value operational Supply Chain team, including transport management, office-based roles, and administration.
• Manage and maintain the department budget, focusing on key cost reduction initiatives.
• Inspire and motivate the operational supply chain team in a safe and engaging working environment.
• Develop the team to ensure flexibility and coverage across all areas, including multi-skilling.
• Liaise with production, customers, and hauliers regarding orders and adjustments to maintain an effective department.
• Provide information to customers as required.
• Produce monthly/year-end stock counts where appropriate.
• Generate weekly KPI reports for the Supply Chain Director.
• Keep costs to a minimum and address any issues that arise.
• Plan, organize, and manage seasonality and holiday coverage for the team.
• Establish plans for promotional and expansion activities.
• Reduce absence rates through effective team management.
• Identify and implement training needs.
• Hold cross-functional teams accountable to the S&OP process.
• Collaborate with other functions to support new product launches, line extensions, and continuous improvement programs.
• Address serious breaches of discipline immediately, including disciplinary hearings and return-to-work processes.
• Improve and maintain warehouse processes for efficiency.
• Manage relationships with third-party cold stores and logistics providers.
• Support current system support and new ERP system implementation.
• Oversee stock and inventory management across all temperature regimes.
• Develop strong warehousing disciplines and people management skills.

About the role

Supply Chain Manager - Airdrie Added Value

As a Supply Chain Manager, you will oversee daily operations related to the flow of finished goods within the chilled and frozen supply chain, including inventory, team management, transportation, delivery, and storage. You will also manage site stock control and systems to ensure a cost-effective and efficient warehouse.

Location: Airdrie, Head Office.

About Albert Bartlett

Albert Bartlett is a family-owned British brand established in 1948, dedicated to providing quality potato products across the UK. We value family heritage, honesty, and expertise, and are committed to innovation, sustainability, and quality. We are proud to be the UK's No.1 fresh and chilled potato brand and a growing frozen brand, sourcing potatoes from across the UK and Jersey.

Our headquarters are in Airdrie. We offer a range of benefits including free parking, cycle to work scheme, referral bonuses, life insurance, long service recognition, employee recognition schemes, access to health & wellbeing apps, and flexible pay options.