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Supply Chain Manager- 13 Months Fixed Term Contract

Location: Slough

Salary: £57,000- £71,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Are you a proactive, results-driven supply chain professional with a passion for creating smart, scalable operations? Join Drinks and Treats, where we’re delivering indulgent moments to consumers across multiple markets—and we need you to help make that happen.

As Supply Chain Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our supply operations, setting up and managing end-to-end supply solutions to meet dynamic demand requirements. From working with co-manufacturers and distributors to collaborating with Mars factories and logistics partners, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the right product reaches the right place—on time, in full.

What are we looking for?

• Solid background in FMCG supply chain or S&OP planning roles.
• Experience managing 3rd party co-manufacturers, ideally from setup through to ongoing operations and reviews.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a “can-do” mindset that gets things done.
• Results-oriented, with a track record of achieving measurable outcomes.
• Familiarity with import/export requirements is a plus.
• Excellent team collaboration and communication skills.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Oversee and manage supply chains across multiple categories to meet CSL (Case Fill) and OTIF (On-Time, In-Full) targets.
• Set up new supply chains where needed, including defining and implementing operational processes with 3rd party co-manufacturers, distributors, haulers, and warehouses.
• Balance supply and demand to ensure capacity meets both current and future needs.
• Lead the execution of period-end procedures, ensuring full stock reconciliation.
• Provide actionable insights and regular performance updates to Segment Heads and the Head of Operations, highlighting risks, opportunities, and resource gaps.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
• Access Rover, Mars UK’s new hub for Rewards, Offers, Vouchers, and Recognition, featuring cashback, exclusive deals, shopping discounts, and a recognition wall to celebrate colleagues' achievements.

Mars is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities, long term health conditions or are neurodiverse during the application and recruitment process. To request reasonable adjustments, complete our Reasonable Adjustment Request Form here

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