Supply Chain Manager
Department: Food Production
Reporting to:
Operations Director
A new opportunity has arisen for a
Supply Chain Manager
to take full responsibility for the supply chain function, including ordering, production planning, and warehousing. This role plays a key part in optimising costs, improving efficiency, and supporting overall business goals.
Role Overview:
The successful candidate will contribute to business strategy, manage end-to-end materials and product flow, develop systems and processes (including ERP), and lead a culture of continuous improvement within the Supply Chain and Warehouse teams. This role will support the organisation's growth ambitions by establishing and developing Supply Chain operations to a high standard.
Responsibilities:
Supply Chain Leadership
* Contribute to strategy development to ensure high levels of customer service and operational efficiency.
* Take responsibility for end-to-end management of materials, products, and warehouse operations.
* Develop systems and processes to improve performance metrics.
* Establish and develop Supply Chain functions to support business growth.
* Optimise stock holding of materials and finished goods.
* Develop the team and promote continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Warehouse Management
* Ensure safe, efficient, and effective warehouse operations.
* Work with the Warehouse Supervisor to manage inbound and outbound logistics.
* Implement best practice across all warehouse functions.
* Ensure accurate and secure inventory management.
* Coordinate effectively with other departments.
Inbound Raw Materials
* Ensure timely ordering of raw materials in line with production requirements.
* Oversee order quantities, delivery terms, and supplier performance.
* Negotiate terms and prices with suppliers and freight companies.
* Monitor supplier contracts and performance.
* Support the Sales & Operational Planning process.
Production Planning
* Lead the planning function to maximise production efficiencies while meeting customer expectations.
* Gain in-depth knowledge of operations; may be required to complete production plans.
Logistics
* Work with internal and external logistics providers to ensure cost-effective, efficient operations.
* Communicate transport issues promptly and minimise disruption.
Cross-Department Collaboration
* Align Supply Chain objectives with other departments.
* Communicate and report Supply Chain performance metrics.
Safety & Culture
* Ensure a safe working environment.
* Promote a safety-first culture and ensure timely close-out of near misses and incidents.
* Ensure compliance with Safety, Quality, and Hygiene standards.
* Keep the warehouse in an audit-ready state.
* Lead, coach, and develop the Supply Chain team
Key Performance Indicators
* Customer service
* Inventory stock levels and turnover rate
* Operational efficiency and cost reduction
* On-time delivery and order accuracy
* Supplier performance and contract compliance
* Cost savings through efficiency improvements
Education & Experience
* Third-level qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related discipline.
* Minimum 8 years' experience in a Warehouse or Logistics environment.
* Experience working in a Food/Drinks/Pharma production environment desirable
* Experience working in a Lean environment is an advantage.