Supply Chain Manager

ZipRecruiter; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing business in Peterborough is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to drive strategy and optimization across their supply chain function. The role involves leading a team, managing logistics and inventory, and ensuring effective integration of systems. Candidates should have a proven track record in complex manufacturing, strong ERP experience, and excellent leadership skills. This opportunity offers significant autonomy and influence in a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Ability to influence cross-functionally.
• Dynamic leadership with accountability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the site’s supply chain function.
• Manage supply planning and logistics activities.
• Drive delivery of KPIs and compliance.

Skills

Proven track record in a senior supply chain role

Experience with ERP/MRP systems

People leadership and change management

Excellent analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Tools

SAP

M3

Job description

Overview

Supply Chain Manager - Food Manufacturing Peterborough £65,000 - £70,000. The Collective Network is partnering with a leading global manufacturing business undergoing transformation and growth. We are looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to join their senior leadership team in Cambridgeshire, driving change, optimisation, and excellence across the supply chain function. This is a pivotal role with full ownership of the site's supply chain strategy and execution. You\'ll lead and develop a high-performing planning and logistics team, ensuring seamless integration of systems and processes, whilst delivering exceptional customer service and meeting key performance metrics. With significant investment in new production lines and infrastructure, this role is central to shaping the future of the business. We\'re seeking a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced, complex manufacturing environment and who can inspire and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the site\'s supply chain function, ensuring effective integration of SAP and best-practice processes.
• Oversee supply planning, raw material call-off, scheduling, transport, and logistics activities.
• Drive delivery of KPIs, ensuring compliance and continuous process improvement.
• Lead the demand planning process, aligning procurement, manufacturing, and resource allocation.
• End-to-end inventory management, ensuring stock control and cost optimisation.
• Deliver robust monthly/weekly reporting and oversee site supply reviews.
• Manage and develop the S&OP process, ensuring collaboration across all functions.
• Provide strong people leadership, nurturing talent and driving team engagement.

What We're Looking For (Qualifications)

• Proven track record in a senior supply chain role within a complex manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience working with ERP/MRP systems (M3 knowledge highly desirable).
• Demonstrable people leadership and change management experience.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence at all levels.
• A confident, dynamic leader who thrives on accountability and decision-making.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and communication skills.

Why Apply?

This is more than just a supply chain role - it\'s a chance to be part of a business undergoing significant growth and investment. As part of the senior leadership team, you\'ll play a critical role in shaping the site\'s future, whilst enjoying the autonomy to implement improvements and inspire change.