Supply Chain Manager

ZipRecruiter; Steyning; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cycling products is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to enhance supply and planning within the Commercial Team. The role focuses on managing supplier relationships, overseeing inventory, and optimizing sales through efficient reporting and operational support. This dynamic position requires strong analytical abilities and effective communication skills. Join a collaborative environment that values diversity and offers opportunities for learning and growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Opportunities to learn and develop

Staff discounts and social rides

Friendly and flexible culture

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of supply chain process management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers.
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage shipping and ordering, leading reporting of lead times.
• Update trading & stock reports and recommend maximization strategies.
• Maintain accurate stock delivery schedules and interdepartmental communication.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Job description

Job Description

Role: Supply Chain Manager

Team: Commercial

Location: Steyning, West Sussex

Hours: Permanent Fulltime (38.75 hours per week)

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About the role

ITS CYCLING Limited (The Rider Firm – ‘TRF’) was founded in June 2013, with the goal of serving devoted riders through the design, engineering and sale of exceptional cycling products. The Rider Firm wholly owns four cycling product brands that were all created and grown in-house in Sussex, UK, with subsidiaries based in Boulder, CO, USA and Dresden, Germany; HUNT Wheels, Privateer Mountain Bikes, Cairn E- Bikes and Dissent 133 Equipment.

We are looking for a Supply Chain Manager to manage product supply and planning within the Commercial Team. The team is responsible for managing stock and maximising sales at the Rider Firm & working with the product team to build a range which is forward thinking and commercial.

The role involves managing supplier relationships and inventory, creating and systemising purchase orders, shipments & delivery schedules, supporting teams with stock information and the production of reporting to support trading decision making.

In a team and business, where no two weeks are the same, adapting to change, attention to detail, strong analytical and Excel skills and excellent communication will be key to success in this role.

Key responsibilities

·Managing shipping and ordering, along with leading on the reporting of lead times, supplier performance, delivery schedules and freight forwarding costs.

·Updating daily, weekly and ad hoc trading & stock reports, helping to make recommendations to maximise sales.

·Regular communication and management of suppliers to keep product supply on schedule.

·Maintaining pricing across our websites - uploading prices for new products and discounts.

·Supporting the department in maintaining accurate information in buying plans.

·Raising purchase orders and submitting them to suppliers in a timely manner.

·Accurate management of the stock delivery schedule, sharing key updates with the wider business.

·Point of contact for the Operations team on stock details, resolving & responding to enquiries quickly and effectively.

·The booking and management of shipments with third-party freight and logistics providers.

·Responsible for the maintenance of the product file, uploading products to our websites and systems.

·Supporting the Commercial Director with analysis.

·Building positive interdepartmental relationships across the wider business.

Person Specification

·Demonstrable experience of supply chain process management.

·A great communicator, with experience in managing supplier relationships.

·A pro-active self-starter and able to work autonomously or as part of a team.

·Organised, detail oriented and can manage time effectively to meet deadlines.

·Cooperative and adaptable to the needs of the business.

·Have strong numeracy and analytical skills.

·Good technical skills and proficient in Excel.

Desirable:

·An understanding of cycling and an interest in the sport helps but is not essential for this role.

·Experience in a retail and/or commercial environment.

Why work for The Rider Firm?

·Exciting business with a friendly and flexible culture

·Opportunities to learn and develop

·Competitive salary and benefits

·Staff discounts and social rides

We believe in building diverse and inclusive teams. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, including those from underrepresented groups, to apply for this role.

We also recognize that a range of skills, perspectives, and experiences make a team stronger, so we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the listed requirements. We value enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to growth.

We offer flexibility in working hours and are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that may support you in the role.

Please email your CV to [e-mail] referencing the job title in the subject