Supply Chain Manager

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; West Malling; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Comprehensive benefits including pension

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A trusted distributor is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Operations Manager near West Malling to oversee production, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a proven management background in supply chain within competitive environments. This permanent role includes a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic team-oriented work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in management roles.
• Extensive experience in delivering complex supply chain logistics.
• Strong leadership skills to manage and motivate teams.
• Expertise in supplier relationship management.
• Proficiency in negotiation and planning.
• Comprehensive knowledge of operational processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee production activities.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives.
• Ensure product quality management.
• Manage supplier performance.
• Collaborate on process improvements.
• Lead and mentor the team.
• Maintain compliance with accreditation standards.

Skills

Management experience

Leadership skills

Supplier relationships

Negotiation proficiency

Planning and procurement techniques

Quality assurance/control systems

Knowledge of international business cultures

Job description

Position Overview

Role: Supply Chain Operations Manager

Location: Near West Malling

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £Neg + Bens

Overview

Our client, a well-established distributor, is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Operations Manager to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for a supply chain professional to impact the company’s operations and drive continuous improvement significantly.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee daily, weekly, and monthly production activities, conducting in-depth analysis of stock levels and effectively managing orders and resources to minimise lead times and optimise capital utilisation
• Drive cost reduction initiatives, including optimising capital requirements and improving production process efficiency
• Ensure consistent product quality through effective management of operations and adherence to quality standards
• Manage supplier performance and identify new suppliers as needed to maintain a robust supply chain
• Collaborate with specialists and contribute to the new process, leveraging your passion for innovation to enhance product quality and recipes
• Lead and mentor a team ensuring optimal resource allocation and productivity
• Maintain compliance with all accreditation standards, ensuring meeting audit requirements

Requirements

• Proven track record in management roles
• Extensive experience in delivering complex, time-critical supply chain logistics in highly competitive environments
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate procurement and shopfloor teams
• Expertise in identifying and cultivating relationships with suppliers from diverse regions
• Proficiency in negotiation and planning to maximise efficiency and profit margins through effective cost management and just-in-time production
• Comprehensive knowledge of planning, procurement techniques, management processes, warehousing, transportation, shopfloor management, and quality assurance/control systems
• Experience working with and understanding international business cultures
• Happy to travel

Company Overview

With a strong focus on building close partnerships, they have established themselves as a trusted distributor.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package negotiable based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits including pension
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a fast-paced, dynamic organisation
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment fostering innovation and teamwork

KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd.