Supply Chain Manager

Vertical Advantage; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the FMCG sector is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to improve efficiency and reduce costs within the supply chain. This role involves implementing cost-effective models and optimizing operations while collaborating with various departments to drive productivity and ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supply chain analytics and/or cost modelling.
• Experience working cross-functionally in a complex matrix environment.
• Deep understanding of customs duties, tariffs, VAT, and international tax codes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead initiatives to reduce total supply chain costs.
• Identify and deliver productivity gains across the supply chain.
• Partner with logistics and freight forwarders for compliance and cost efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent working experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

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We are looking for a Supply Chain Manager to join our client who is a global leader in the FMCG space.

The Supply Chain Manager is a critical role within the team, responsible for developing and implementing the most cost-effective operating models across the end-to-end supply chain. The objective is to continuously identify and deliver productivity improvements and optimise the total cost to serve.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and lead initiatives to reduce total supply chain costs through optimised operating models
• Identify and deliver productivity gains across the supply chain
• Build costing models for new product launches and market expansions
• Determine optimal distribution strategies based on customer location, production costs, transport lanes, and applicable duties
• Analyse customs regulations to model accurate landed costs
• Partner with logistics and freight forwarders to ensure compliance and cost efficiency
• Support procurement in driving savings initiatives

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent working experience
• Proven experience in supply chain analytics and/or cost modelling
• Proven experience working cross-functionally in a complex matrix environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to lead, influence, and drive results
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with SAP is advantageous
• Deep understanding of customs duties, tariffs, VAT, and international tax codes

This is a hybrid role where you'll be expected to be in the office 2 days a week.

The salary bracket for this position is £50,000 - £55,000 + bonus and benefits.

Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Supply Chain, Analyst, and Strategy/Planning

• Industries

  Wholesale Food and Beverage, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Food and Beverage Retail

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