Supply Chain Manager

D R Newitt Recruitment; England; Sur place; GBP 67 000 - 81 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Dorset-based food manufacturing site is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to own end-to-end supply chain operations. This on-site role leads a team across planning, procurement, inventory, warehousing and logistics to drive resilience and performance.

Responsibilities include developing the site supply chain strategy, managing S&OP, and delivering OTIF results while optimizing transport and 3PL contracts. You will closely collaborate with Operations, Finance and Commercial teams.

Qualifications

• Significant senior supply chain leadership experience within food manufacturing.
• Experience in large-scale manufacturing sites (800+ headcount).
• Strong ERP/MRP expertise and data-driven decision making.
• Proven track record of cost-saving and lean initiatives.
• Excellent stakeholder management under high pace and pressure.

Responsabilités

• Spearhead site supply chain strategy with continuous improvement, waste reduction and risk mitigation.
• Oversee S&OP, demand forecasting, production planning, inventory control and working capital management.
• Ensure OTIF delivery and optimise transport networks and 3PL contracts.
• Partner with Operations, Procurement, Finance and Commercial to align supply with goals.
• Coach and develop a high-performing team on a large manufacturing footprint.

Connaissances

Senior supply chain leadership

Food manufacturing

ERP/MRP systems

Data-driven decision making

Cost-saving / Lean

Stakeholder management

Description du poste

Supply Chain Manager – Large-Scale Food Manufacturing

Location: Dorset (On-site)

Package: Up to £74,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

Are you an accomplished Supply Chain leader used to driving operational excellence in large-scale, fast-paced environments?

I am partnering with a major food manufacturing site (circa 800 people) in Dorset to find a high-calibre Supply Chain Manager to take total ownership of end-to-end supply chain operations.

This high-profile, strategic site leadership role will drive resilience, optimise performance across planning, procurement, inventory, warehousing, and logistics, and lead a talented team through sustained growth.

Your Responsibilities

• Spearhead site supply chain strategy, championing continuous improvement, waste reduction, and risk mitigation.
• Oversee robust S&OP processes, demand forecasting, production planning, inventory control, and working capital management.
• Ensure flawless OTIF delivery to customers while optimising transport networks and third-party logistics provider contracts.
• Partner closely with Operations, Procurement, Finance, and Commercial teams to align supply capability with business goals.
• Coach, develop, and inspire a high-performing team on a large, complex manufacturing footprint.

Your Skills & Experience

• Significant senior supply chain leadership experience gained specifically within food manufacturing.
• Demonstrable track record managing supply chain operations within large-scale manufacturing sites (around 800+ headcount equivalent).
• Strong proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, advanced data-driven decision-making, and proven delivery of cost-saving/lean initiatives.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the resilience, pace, and agility to thrive under pressure.