Supply Chain Manager

Magnera Corporation; Maldon; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnera Corporation is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to own end-to-end supply chain operations at the Maldon site. You will lead planning, warehousing, logistics and customer service, driving operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

You will build and execute the site supply chain strategy, champion Lean initiatives, develop a high-performing team and partner with manufacturing, procurement and commercial teams to deliver service improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience leading supply chain in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong planning, logistics and inventory management expertise.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Continuous improvement mindset with Lean or Kaizen experience.
• Analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and supply chain technologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Passion for delivering results and building high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the site supply chain strategy.
• Lead production planning, inventory management, warehousing and logistics activities.
• Optimize inventory, working capital and service performance.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, commercial and customer teams.
• Drive Continuous Improvement, Lean and operational excellence initiatives.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing supply chain team.
• Champion safety, compliance and best practice across all operations.
• Use data and insight to improve performance, efficiency and customer outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Inventory management

Team development

Lean / Kaizen

ERP systems

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Tools

ERP systems

Supply chain technologies

Job description

Overview

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

Responsibilities

Supply Chain Manager

Maldon, Essex | Manufacturing | Leadership Team Position

Lead. Transform. Deliver.

Are you a strategic Supply Chain professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Do you enjoy turning complex challenges into efficient, customer-focused solutions?

At Magnera, we're looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to take ownership of our end-to-end supply chain operations at our Maldon site. This is an exciting opportunity to join the site leadership team and play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and business performance. [ABGB_MAGB...nager 2026 | Word]

What You'll Be Doing

As Supply Chain Manager, you'll lead the planning, warehousing, logistics and customer service functions, ensuring materials, products and information flow seamlessly through the business.

You’ll:

Develop and deliver the site supply chain strategy

Lead production planning, inventory management, warehousing and logistics activities

Optimise inventory, working capital and service performance

Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, commercial and customer teams

Drive Continuous Improvement, Lean and operational excellence initiatives

Lead, coach and develop a high-performing supply chain team

Champion safety, compliance and best practice across all operations

Use data and insight to improve performance, efficiency and customer outcomes

What Success Looks Like

You'll be measured on your ability to:

• Deliver outstanding customer service and OTIF performance
• Improve inventory accuracy and stock management
• Drive forecast accuracy and planning effectiveness
• Reduce waste, costs and lead times
• Enhance warehouse and logistics productivity
• Support sustainable business growth through smart supply chain management

About You

You'll bring:

• Supply Chain leadership experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong planning, logistics and inventory management expertise
• Experience leading and developing teams
• A continuous improvement mindset with Lean or Kaizen experience
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Experience working with ERP systems and supply chain technologies
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• A passion for delivering results and building high-performing teams

Why Join Us?

This is more than a supply chain role. It's an opportunity to influence site strategy, lead meaningful change and make a visible impact on business performance.

You'll join a collaborative leadership team where your ideas, expertise and ambition will help shape the future of our operations.

If you're ready to lead a critical function, drive improvement and make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.