Supply Chain Manager

Europa plc; Luton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Europa plc is seeking a proactive Supply Chain Manager to lead their supply chain function in Luton. This role involves managing a team, driving supplier performance improvements, and collaborating with product development. Candidates should possess strong team management skills and experience in a leadership role, with a focus on accountability and structured processes.

Benefits

Competitive salary + companywide bonus

23 days holiday

Enhanced pension contribution

BUPA private healthcare

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a supply chain, procurement, or inventory leadership role.
• Strong team management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Highly organised with a commercial mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead supply chain function and drive improvements across supplier performance.
• Manage a team of three Supply Chain Coordinators.
• Own key metrics such as OTIF, stock availability, and forecast accuracy.

Skills

Team management

Stakeholder engagement

Change management

Data-driven mindset

ERP/MRP system experience

Education

CIPS Level 4

Tools

Syspro

Job description

Location: Hybrid / Luton

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent


Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Europa is a long-established and trusted name in the UK electrical wholesale market, proudly celebrating over 51 years in business. We’re now looking for a confident, proactive, and organised Supply Chain Manager to lead our supply chain function and drive improvements across supplier performance, product development support, and internal collaboration.

In this role, you’ll manage a team of three Supply Chain Coordinators, each responsible for their own supplier accounts. You’ll provide leadership, coaching, and escalation support while owning key metrics such as OTIF, stock availability, and forecast accuracy. You’ll also work closely with our Product Development team to source new suppliers and support product launches.

We're looking for someone who thrives on structure, leads by example, and drives accountability. You’ll be responsible for process review, change implementation, and ensuring strong cross-functional relationships with teams across the business.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a supply chain, procurement, or inventory leadership role
• Strong team management and stakeholder engagement skills
• ERP/MRP system experience (Syspro preferred)
• Highly organised with a commercial, data-driven mindset
• Confident leading change and driving performance
• CIPS Level 4 (desirable)
  
  

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary + companywide bonus
• 23 days holiday (rising with service) + buy more option
• Enhanced pension contribution
• BUPA private healthcare (with family cover options)
• Life assurance (3x salary) and EAP
• Free onsite parking near Luton Airport
  
  

Ready to take the lead and make an impact? Apply now to join Europa’s next chapter of growth