Supply Chain Manager

Indigo; Peggs Green; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing logistics company in the Ashby-De-La-Zouch area seeks an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead their Supply Chain division. Responsibilities include managing a team, overseeing supply chain functions, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Strong people management skills and a CIPS qualification are essential. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a significant impact within a dynamic organization.

Qualifications

• Experience managing teams in a Supply Chain or Procurement setting.
• Track record in negotiating and monitoring SLAs with suppliers.
• Ability to manage budgets of circa £2 million.

Responsibilities

• Manage Supply Chain and Stock Control functions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Foster a change-oriented mentality within teams.

Skills

People Management

Negotiation

Stock Control

Communication

Lean/CI

Education

CIPS qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Indigo Search

Indigo Search has been engaged by a fast-paced & growing business to recruit for a Supply Chain Manager based in the Ashby‑De‑La‑Zouch area. Reporting into Director, this role would suit a Supply Chain Manager, Head of Supply Chain or Senior Supply Chain professional looking for their next opportunity within a business that is gearing up for significant growth.

THE ROLE

The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for the management of a small team of people within the Supply Chain division.

Responsibilities include:

• Responsibility for the Supply Chain and Stock Control functions of the business.
• Strong People Manager with demonstrable experience of engaging teams.
• Relationship Management and SLA reviews with suppliers - including Factories and Logistics partners.
• ERP system use, maintenance and modification (where appropriate).
• Budget & KPI Management control.
• Own and drive CI initiatives across the operation.
• Operational Projects.
• Adopt and foster a ‘Change Mentality’ and inspire other people to take the same approach.

THE PERSON

Exposure as a Supply Chain Manager, Supply Chain Controller or Head of Supply Chain.

Qualifications and experience:

• CIPS qualification.
• Experience of negotiating, implementing and monitoring SLAs with Suppliers both in the UK & abroad.
• Demonstrable experience of managing people within a Supply Chain or Procurement setting.
• Stock control – to maximise availability and stock turnover.
• ‘Can‑Do’ mentality – this business prides itself on people who take a ‘front‑foot’ mentality to problems & challenges.
• Able to involve yourself in other areas of the business where appropriate.
• Lean/CI experience is highly desirable.
• Management of budgets circa £2 million upwards.
• Able to grasp the wide breadth of the business and get involved with whatever areas need improving.
• Clear and effective communicator.
• Able to think beyond the obvious.
• Open to new ideas and with a viewpoint that "anything is possible".

ABOUT US

With over 22 years of expertise in the Logistics/Supply Chain sector, Indigo Search recruits for management, director & executive roles across the UK.