Supply Chain Manager

W Talent; Derby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading manufacturer in Derby as a Supply Chain Manager, where you'll oversee logistics, procurement, and inventory management across multiple sites. This role calls for an experienced leader with a solid understanding of the Strategic Sourcing Cycle, excellent communication skills, and a passion for optimizing supply chain operations.

Benefits

Opportunities for development, training, and career progression

Competitive remuneration and early finish on Fridays

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' experience in a senior supply chain or procurement role.
• Strong understanding of the Strategic Sourcing Cycle.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimise the S&OP process across departments.
• Drive inventory efficiency while maintaining high service levels.
• Manage sourcing and supply chain projects.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Manufacturing Inventory Management

Procurement

SIOP

S&OP

IBP

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Join a Leading Manufacturer in Derby - Exciting Opportunities in Supply Chain and Purchasing Leadership

**You must display full right to permanently work status in the UK before application to this role. You you will reside locally to Derby**

A trusted international manufacturer of products, with operations across the UK and Europe. Our Derby site plays a critical role in the production and manufacturing of these products. The employer continues to optimise operations and is driving forward to grow and strengthen the supply chain:

We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to oversee inbound/outbound logistics, procurement, scheduling, and inventory management across a multi-site environment. You will lead the UK supply chain team, ensure delivery of high-impact sourcing projects, and contribute to a strategic procurement plan aligned with our overall business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and optimise the S&OP process to ensure alignment across sales, operations, and finance.
• Drive inventory efficiency while maintaining high service levels.
• Manage sourcing and supply chain projects with tangible business value.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships to foster innovation and improve performance.
• Coach and lead a team with a focus on development and delivery excellence.

Requirements:

• 5-7 years' experience in a senior supply chain or procurement role
• Strong understanding of the Strategic Sourcing Cycle and working capital processes
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication abilities
• Experience in discrete production or project-based business environments
• Previous experience in a regulated or technical industry
• SIOP and/or IBP implementation and leadership

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a globally recognised organisation with a strong local presence in Derby
• Work in a collaborative and forward-thinking supply chain environment
• Opportunities for development, training, and career progression
• Competitive remuneration and early finish on Fridays

Desired Skills and Experience

Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Inventory Management, Procurement, SIOP, S&OP, IBP

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Chemical Raw Materials Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Manufacturing

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