Supply Chain Manager

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Hastings; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supply chain organization is seeking a skilled supply chain manager in Hastings to oversee supply chain processes and strategies. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in supply chain optimization and 5 years in people management. A strong background in the aerospace industry and proficiency with SAP ERP are essential. This role allows you to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, ensuring timely deliveries and effective inventory management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years' experience in supply chain optimization and planning.
• Minimum 5 years in people management with direct reports.
• Experience managing complex situations in the Aerospace industry.

Responsibilities

• Oversee supply chain processes and implement improvement techniques.
• Monitor supply risks and collaborate with suppliers.
• Coordinate the SIOP team to provide clear information on demand and supply.

Skills

Supply chain optimization

People management

SAP ERP

Data-driven analysis

Aerospace industry experience

High Mix-Low Volume experience

Job description

10/23/25

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

Oversees the organization's supply chain processes and strategies, implementing process improvement techniques to maximize productivity and improve performance.

Job Requirements

• Monitor plant capacity based on customer demand and sales forecasts to identify and address mid/long‑term supply risks proactively.
• Provide advanced alerts to customer care/sales teams for any potential long‑term impacts on supply.
• Regularly follow up on plant supply status to ensure timely deliveries to customers and promptly address any risks. Collaborate with key suppliers and critical partners to monitor and manage factors impacting the supply chain.
• Optimize inventory usage by reviewing MRP parameters to improve days on hand and turns.
• Actively coordinate the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) team to conduct monthly reviews and provide clear information on demand, inventory, and supply along the supply chain. Lead decision‑making regarding supply plans in coordination with plant leadership.
• Escalate critical issues such as capacity constraints or supplier constraints and work to mitigate and remove roadblocks.

What your background should look like

• Minimum of 8 years' experience in supply chain optimization and planning in a comparable environment – Minimum 5 years in true people management (direct reports of 10‑15, skilled in people development, familiar with Kronos, etc).
• Must have SAP ERP experience.
• Experience managing a team through complex situations.
• Must have experience in the Aerospace industry (manufacturing).
• Must have experience with High Mix‑Low Volume.
• Experience with long‑term capacity planning – data driven analysis.
• Experience managing a global supply chain purchasing components from multiple suppliers within and beyond the organization.

Experience managing warehouse and dispatch operation.

Job Locations

HASTINGS, East Sussex TN38 9RF
United Kingdom

Posting City: HASTINGS

Job Country: Great Britain

Travel Required: Less than 10%

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