Supply Chain Manager

Cyden Ltd; Swansea; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cyden Ltd is seeking a Supply Chain Leader to enhance their team in Swansea. This role involves leading the Supply Chain team, ensuring production plans are met while achieving financial targets. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in supply chain management and strong planning skills, enabling them to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to a company in the FMCG/Healthcare sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Supply Chain Management.
• Experience in leadership and team development.
• Strong planning and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Supply Chain team.
• Manage inventory and ensure fulfillment of production plans.
• Build relationships with suppliers and manage procurement.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Relationship management

Education

Degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management

General secondary or vocational qualifications (e.g. GCSEs, BTEC)

Tools

ERP systems

SAP

MS OFFICE

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

Lead the improvement of CyDen's Supply Chain team comprising Customer Service Planning, Purchasing and Internal Sales/Logistics. Ensure fulfilment of the Company's commercial strategy and financial goals. Provide inventory analysis and performance data for the wider business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Motivate, lead and develop team members within the Supply Chain team.
• Relationship management with customers and suppliers for all Supply Chain topics
• Lead monthly S&OP with commercial / procurement and finance teams across the business
• Provide Capacity Planning models and scenarios based on 12 month forecast plans.
• Create weekly/monthly production plans, lead internal discussion to ensure 100% fulfilment
• Manage the planning and purchasing team to ensure components are available for the weekly production plan.
• Ensure the MRP system is set up correctly in terms of MOQ's, lead times and buffer stock.
• Management of long-term purchase commitments in line with forecasts and adjust accordingly.
• Liaise with all internal teams to enable the smooth running of the business requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with new and existing suppliers.
• Manage inventory and stock levels to ensure no obsolescence and achieve financial targets
• Manage inbound transport cost and the import of goods in accordance with HMRC rules.
• Process improvement of the Purchasing and Planning functions and ensure they are operating in accordance with Quality Management System procedures
• Monitor and review supplier performance to ensure delivery is in line with corporate expectations.
• Management of Departmental KPIs and Objectives

Experience:

Minimum 5 years' experience of Supply Chain Management

Leadership and development of a team

Use of ERP systems in a Supply Chain / Manufacturing Environment

Strong planning skills and project management experience

Excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy

Strategic planning and thinking, systems analysis and evaluation

Relationship management skills and active listening

Complex problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

In-depth knowledge of various IT systems including MS OFFICE

In-depth understanding of risk management within the supply chain of the company

Working in a FCMG / Healthcare / Medical Device Company

Understanding of Lean Principles / Six Sigma

Working knowledge of SAP

Qualifications and training:

• Degree level in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management or relevant senior level experience
• General secondary or vocational qualifications (e.g. GCSEs, BTEC Certificate..) including Maths and English

Other attributes:

Ability to manage at senior level

Highly Organised

Ability to work under pressure

Multitasking ability

Able to interpret complex data

Good interpersonal skills

Able to clearly communicate requirements

Able to set priorities and work to deadlines

Pro-active, with a problem-solving approach to issues