Supply Chain Manager

Butler Rose; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Income protection and life assurance benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Butler Rose is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager located in Cumbria, just 20 minutes from Carlisle. This leadership role involves overseeing all aspects of the supply chain, including logistics and inventory management while driving operational performance.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a track record of success in a manufacturing setting. They can expect a competitive salary up to £65,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including enhanced pension and 25 days annual leave.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading supply chain teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing and implementing supply chain strategies.
• Ability to balance customer demand, production capacity, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Supply Chain team for performance improvements.
• Manage global logistics and distribution activities effectively.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
• Ensure high levels of operational performance and customer service.

Skills

Supply chain leadership experience

Stakeholder management skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving capabilities

Continuous improvement mindset

Job description

Location: Cumbria (20 minutes from Carlisle)

Salary: Up to £65,000 plus comprehensive benefits package

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to join a large, well-established manufacturing business with a rich heritage and a strong reputation for operational excellence.

This is a pivotal leadership role with responsibility for overseeing end-to-end supply chain activities, including planning, procurement, customer service, logistics, inventory management, and distribution. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving operational performance, supporting business growth, and developing a high-performing team.

A particularly attractive aspect of this opportunity is the clear progression pathway available. There is a genuine opportunity for the successful individual to develop into a future executive-level position within the organisation.

Key Responsibility

• Lead and develop the Supply Chain team, driving performance and continuous improvement
• Manage end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring customer demand is met efficiently and effectively
• Develop and optimise production and supply plans to maximise operational efficiency
• Oversee inventory management, ensuring appropriate stock levels while minimising excess inventory
• Manage global logistics and distribution activities
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across operations, commercial, planning, procurement, and production functions
• Support strategic planning activities and contribute to wider business objectives
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction
• Ensure high levels of customer service and operational performance are consistently achieved

About You

You will be an experienced supply chain professional with a proven track record of leading teams within a manufacturing environment.

You will demonstrate

• Strong supply chain leadership experience across planning, logistics, procurement, and inventory management
• Experience developing and implementing supply chain strategies
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational excellence
• The ability to balance customer demand, production capacity, and inventory requirements effectively
• Experience driving efficiencies and delivering measurable business improvements.

What's on offer

• Competitive salary from £57,000 dependent on experience
• Enhanced pension scheme with significant employer contribution
• Private medical ins
• Income protection and life assurance benefits
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Cycle to Work

This represents an excellent opportunity for an ambitious supply chain leader seeking both immediate impact and a clear route into senior executive leadership within a respected manufacturing organisation.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please submit your application today.