Supply Chain Manager

SRG; Sawston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to oversee overall supply chain and logistics strategy. The successful candidate will develop solutions, train teams, and ensure compliance with legal and quality standards. This role requires strong leadership skills and a background in manufacturing. Join us to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing and automated production environment.
• In-depth knowledge of IT systems across the supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overall supply chain strategy.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Customer Service, Finance, and Manufacturing teams.
• Define and monitor key supply chain KPIs.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement timely solutions.
• Drive continuous process improvements and suggest innovative solutions.
• Train, evaluate, and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Select and manage vendor and distributor relationships.
• Ensure all products meet legal and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

LEAN Manufacturing

EHS management principles

Team development

Education

IOSH Managing Safely

Supervisory qualification

HARA certification

Job description

Overview

Supply Chain Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled Supply Chain Manager to oversee and manage the company's overall supply chain and logistics strategy. This pivotal role ensures efficiency, productivity, and compliance across operations while fostering strong relationships with vendors and distributors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the overall supply chain strategy.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Customer Service, Finance, and Manufacturing teams.
• Define and monitor key supply chain KPIs.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement timely solutions.
• Drive continuous process improvements and suggest innovative solutions.
• Train, evaluate, and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Select and manage vendor and distributor relationships.
• Ensure all products are manufactured efficiently, meeting legal, HARA, product safety, quality, and BRCGS standards.

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven experience in a manufacturing and automated production environment.
• Demonstrated ability to improve efficiency using LEAN Manufacturing methodologies.
• Sound knowledge of EHS management principles.
• Experience in developing and leading high-performing teams.

Training & Qualifications (Essential)

• IOSH Managing Safely.
• Supervisory qualification.
• HARA certification.
• In-depth knowledge of IT systems across the supply chain.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to make a significant impact in shaping and driving operational excellence within a dynamic environment.

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