Supply Chain Manager - 12 month FTC

Medik8; Aylesbury; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading skincare brand is seeking a Supply Chain Manager for a 12-month maternity cover role. You will ensure effective operations, manage supplier relationships, and optimize material flows while working in a hybrid setting at the Innovation Centre in Aylesbury, UK. As part of Medik8, you will influence the company's sustainable growth and efficiency.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible & hybrid working

Private Medical Insurance + Mental Health support

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Annual Performance Bonus

Long Service Awards

75% discount + annual product allowance

Flexible career opportunities

Up-skilling support + Lunch & Learns

2 volunteering days per year

Matched charitable giving scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar supply chain role.
• Experience with MRP systems and supply planning tools.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely & quality inbound material supply.
• Drive supplier excellence and implement evaluations.
• Leverage inventory data for strategic decisions.

Skills

Supplier management

Data analytics

Organization

Tools

MRP systems

Supply planning tools

Job description

Medik8 is transforming the industry with science-backed technology, and our dedication to exceptional skincare products has built a reputation for excellence. Our goal is to continue scaling the business through global expansion, multi-channel distribution, and product innovation.

As our Supply Chain Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring our operations run smoothly, sustainably, and successfully. From securing 100% inbound (raw materials/packaging) stock availability to nurturing strong supplier partnerships, you’ll be at the forefront of helping Medik8 scale globally and efficiently.

This is a 12-month maternity cover and is a hybrid role, with 3 days a week at our Innovation Centre in Aylesbury (HP22 5WJ) and 2 days remote working.

In more detail, your role will include:

• Ensure timely & quality inbound material supply: guarantee that all inbound materials consistently meet our production requirements and arrive on schedule, minimizing disruptions and maintaining efficient manufacturing processes.

• Leverage inventory data for strategic decisions: provide insightful inventory reporting and analysis, translating data into strategic decisions and identifying key opportunities for improvement.

• Drive supplier excellence: lead the implementation and execution of supplier evaluations for all key partners, verifying their capabilities and ensuring they meet our quality objectives.

• Uphold exacting supplier standards & compliance: guarantee that all suppliers adhere to our rigorous standards, ensuring full audit adherence and upholding our high standards.

• Support optimal operations: oversee communication of supplier deliveries and long-term planning.

• Build strong relationships: serve as the key supplier contact to ensure effective communication within relevant functions.

• Optimize to meet the demand plan: plan and organize material flows to enable optimal working capital and supply.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a similar supply chain role

• Experience working with MRP systems and supply planning tools

• Excellent supplier management skills, with the ability to build long-term relationships

• Expertise in data analytics

• Data-first mindset with strong analytical thinking

• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to think strategically

• Highly organized

About us

Founded in 2009 by UK scientists and brothers Elliot and Daniel Isaacs, we are a British, B Corp certified dermatological skincare brand, globally renowned for our age-defying heroes that deliver results without compromise.

Our mission is to simplify the route to great skin through the highest quality, most efficacious, and trusted products on the market. This is underpinned by our pioneering CSA Philosophy of vitamin C plus sunscreen by day, and vitamin A (retinoids) by night, addressing 90% of anti-ageing skincare needs to deliver more youthful-looking skin.

Culture & Benefits

We are fueled by our commitment to sustainability, quality, efficiency, and a passion for our customers. We champion solutions-focused thinking, possess a purpose-driven mentality, and work with integrity and agility. Our diverse talents work cross-functionally, and we achieve more together. We do everything in-house, challenging norms and pushing boundaries.

Some perks include:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible & hybrid working
• Private Medical Insurance + Mental Health support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Long Service Awards
• 75% discount + annual product allowance
• Flexible career opportunities
• Up-skilling support + Lunch & Learns
• 2 volunteering days per year
• Matched charitable giving scheme

Want to do a little more research before you apply?

Visit our careers page, LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Instagram to learn more about us.

At Medik8, we believe diversity drives innovation. We celebrate backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. We are committed to equal opportunities and building an inclusive culture. Our recruitment process reflects this ethos. If you meet 60% of the role requirements and are passionate, we encourage you to apply.