Supply Chain Manager (m/f/d) Ammanford

Leggettlogistics; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Free coffee

Phone and laptop

Job summary

Leggett Dynamics in Ammanford is seeking a Supply Chain Manager (m/f/d) to join our branch leadership team and drive performance across customer service, logistics, inventory management and production planning.

You will build trusted partnerships with key customers, lead cross-functional initiatives, and ensure on-time delivery while maintaining a safe, high-performing workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business or a related discipline.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience in customer service, supply chain, manufacturing or operations.
• Strong project management, negotiation and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Data-driven decision making with analytical thinking and problem solving.
• Hands-on, persistent, and able to stay composed in intense periods.
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of Lean and continuous improvement tools like 5S, Kanban, VSM.

Responsibilities

• Lead customer relationships, drive service performance and oversee key supply chain functions.
• Oversee production planning, warehouse operations and inventory management.
• Drive inbound/outbound logistics to support efficiency and on-time delivery.
• Develop and coach a high-performing team with a culture of learning.
• Champion a safe, engaged workplace and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Supply chain

Customer service

Logistics

Production planning

Project management

Negotiation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Supply Chain/Operations

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

We, at Leggett Dynamics, are searching for a Supply Chain Manager (m/f/d) within our branch leadership team to help support our Automotivebusiness in Ammanford. Did you know we are the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of seating support and comfort systems for transportation manufacturers, as well as tier one and two suppliers within the automotive industry? That’s right! Our automotive products fall into four primary groups: Seating and Lumbar support, Wireless Charging, Motors and Actuators, and Mechanical Cables. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As aSupply Chain Manager (m/f/d) you’ll take over a high-visibility role where you'll shape customer relationships, drive service performance and lead key supply chain functions across customer service, logistics, inventory management and production planning. As the voice of the customer within the branch, you'll play a critical role in ensuring customer needs are understood, anticipated and delivered. You'll build trusted partnerships with key customers, collaborate across multiple functions and drive operational performance to achieve outstanding results.

Additionally, you’ll:

• Build and strengthen strategic relationships with key customers, acting as their primary point of contact
• Proactively manage changing customer demand and ensure a best-in-class service experience
• Lead the resolution of order, delivery and service-related challenges with a customer-first mindset
• Oversee production planning, warehouse operations and inventory management activities
• Drive inbound and outbound logistics performance to support operational efficiency
• Ensure inventory accuracy and consistently achieve on-time delivery targets
• Manage and optimise material flow from supplier through to customer shipment
• Lead, coach and develop your team, creating a culture of continuous learning and succession planning
• Champion a safe, engaged and high-performing workplace culture

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business or a related discipline
• At least 5 years of leadership experience within a customer service, supply chain, manufacturing or operations environment, ideally within the automotive industry
• Strong project management skills and experience leading cross-functional initiatives
• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management and relationship-building capabilities
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision making
• A hands-on approach, perseverance, and composure even during intense periods
• Experience working with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of Lean methodologies and continuous improvement tools, including 5S, Kanban, Synchronous material flow, Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and related frameworks

Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.
• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!

UK Benefits Include

• 25 days annual leave increasing to 26 after 5 years
• Free coffee
• Phone and laptop

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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