Supply Chain Manager

Compass Point Recruitment; Mid Suffolk; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency specializing in supply chain roles is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager in Mid Suffolk. This role involves managing inventory, coordinating with global teams, and enhancing waste reduction efforts. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in inventory management, strong analytical skills, and relevant qualifications. The position offers a supportive environment and a comprehensive benefits package, including discretionary bonuses and healthcare options.

Benefits

Discretionary Christmas bonus

22 days holiday + additional days

Stakeholder pension with 5% contribution

Voluntary healthcare scheme

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in inventory management or planning.
• Desirable experience in a multi-site or multi-end-user environment.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory for finished goods and raw materials.
• Collaborate with global S&OP teams.
• Identify expiring products and explore rework opportunities.

Skills

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

S&OP understanding

Education

IoSCM qualifications in Supply Chain or Warehouse Management

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

At Compass Point Recruitment, we're partnered with a fantastic company in Suffolk that's searching for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to support their UK and European customers. This role is critical in ensuring that raw materials and packaging are ready for planned production run, so customers receive their orders on time, every time.

You’ll also play a key part in waste reduction by collaborating with global manufacturing teams to classify items, helping to minimise annual disposal costs.

If you enjoy working in a welcoming, friendly and supportive environment - this could be the perfect place for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage inventory for finished goods, raw materials and packaging.
• Collaborate with global S&OP teams to determine accurate inventory levels and performance metrics.
• Coordinate imports from internal and external suppliers and oversee stock transactions across all facilities.
• Monitor inventory to ensure levels are both operationally and financially viable.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
• Oversee upstream and downstream product flow; produce analysis and reports as required.
• Identify expiring products and liaise with global teams to explore rework opportunities and reduce waste.

Experience & Skills

• 5+ years' experience in inventory management or planning, ideally within a multi-site or multi-end-user environment.
• ERP/MRP system experience (desirable).
• IoSCM qualifications in Supply Chain or Warehouse Management (desirable).
• Strong understanding of supply and demand planning, including S&OP.
• Excellent analytical, statistical, planning and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions and cultures.

Additional Information

• Occasional travel to international facilities may be required.
• Working hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (on site).
• Discretionary Christmas bonus.
• Holiday entitlement: 22 days + 3 additional days during the Christmas-New Year shutdown. Holiday increases by 1 day for every 5 consecutive years of service.
• Stakeholder pension with 5% company contribution.
• Voluntary Vitality healthcare scheme.

If this position is of interest, please apply today.

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