Supply Chain Manager (55k)

Sigmar Recruitment; Ballymoney; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Permanent, long-term career

Autonomous management role

Opportunity to drive improvements

Collaborative working environment

Job summary

Sigmar Recruitment is partnering with a County Antrim employer to recruit a Supply Chain Manager. The role leads a busy logistics and distribution function, ensuring goods move smoothly, with strong supplier relationships and cost-effective operations.

The successful candidate will develop transport operations, manage compliance, and drive improvements while delivering high standards of service and reliability.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.
• Proven problem-solving capabilities in fast-paced environments.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams in logistics.
• Ability to optimise transport, distribution and fleet operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end supply chain from supplier to customer delivery.
• Plan and coordinate transport and distribution activities efficiently.
• Develop relationships with suppliers, carriers and partners.
• Monitor service levels, costs and performance metrics.
• Drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.
• Oversee fleet availability, maintenance and compliance.
• Coordinate route planning and delivery scheduling for efficiency.
• Ensure health and safety and regulatory compliance.
• Lead transport and logistics personnel and allocate resources.
• Analyse data and produce management reports on KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Problem solving

Team management

Job description

Supply Chain Manager

Location: County Antrim
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: Monday to Friday - Flexible

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead and develop a busy logistics and distribution function. This role is responsible for ensuring the smooth movement of goods, managing transport operations, maintaining supplier relationships, and driving operational efficiency across the supply chain.

Working closely with internal teams and external partners, you will play a key role in ensuring products are delivered safely, on time, and in the most cost-effective manner while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Chain & Logistics Management

• Manage the end-to-end supply chain from supplier collections to final customer delivery.
• Ensure efficient planning and coordination of transport and distribution activities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, carriers, and logistics partners.
• Monitor service levels, costs, and operational performance.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.

Transport & Fleet Operations

• Oversee fleet availability, maintenance schedules, and vehicle compliance.
• Manage route planning and delivery scheduling to maximise efficiency.
• Coordinate vehicle servicing, inspections, repairs, and breakdown support.
• Monitor fleet performance and utilisation using transport management systems.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with transport legislation, fleet regulations, and health & safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate operational records and compliance documentation.
• Manage accident reporting, insurance administration, and audit preparation.
• Support regulatory inspections and continuous improvement of safety standards.

Team Leadership

• Lead and support transport and logistics personnel.
• Coordinate staffing requirements, holiday planning, and resource allocation.
• Drive a positive team culture focused on performance, accountability, and customer service.
• Provide coaching and support to encourage team development.

Planning & Performance Reporting

• Analyse operational data and key performance indicators.
• Produce regular management reports on service, compliance, and efficiency.
• Monitor budgets and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Support business growth through effective capacity and resource planning.

About You

• Previous experience in a Supply Chain Manager, Logistics Manager, Transport Manager, or Operations Manager position.
• Strong understanding of supply chain, distribution, and fleet operations.
• Experience managing transport compliance and operational performance.
• Excellent organisational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Permanent, long-term career opportunity.
• Autonomous management role with significant operational responsibility.
• Opportunity to drive improvements and influence business performance.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

If you have a proven background in supply chain, logistics, or transport management and are looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.