A leading UK-based manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Lead to oversee strategic and day-to-day operations across purchasing, planning, and goods movement.

The Role

This is a key leadership position responsible for delivering the strategic supply chain plan and optimising performance across all operational areas. You'll lead cross-functional collaboration, drive efficiency, and ensure seamless supply-demand balance across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Optimisation

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Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with business goals and lead end-to-end planning, balancing demand and production

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Oversee inventory planning and delivery and drive continuous improvement to enhance performance and reduce lead times

Sales Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP)

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Lead the SIOP process to align demand, production, inventory, and procurement and collaborate with sales, finance, and operations teams

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Use market trends and data to guide strategic decisions

Production Planning & Master Scheduling

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Build and maintain a robust master production schedule and coordinate capacity scenarios with operations

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Work closely with manufacturing to ensure smooth production flow and adjust schedules proactively based on fluctuations in supply or demand

Inventory & Stores Management

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Oversee stock level policies to meet production needs without overstocking

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Improve warehouse and handling processes for accuracy and efficiency

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Increase inventory accuracy through audits and process improvements

Supplier & Stakeholder Collaboration

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Manage supplier relationships and mitigate risks

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Work with procurement to improve supplier performance and reduce costs

About You

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Experience in end-to-end supply chain leadership in a manufacturing/production setting

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Degree or equivalent in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

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Certifications such as APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or Six Sigma are an advantage

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Strong experience with SIOP, production planning, and inventory management

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Effective cross-functional collaboration skills

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Strong data analysis and decision-making abilities

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Proven leadership and change management skills

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Commercial awareness and a focus on operational efficiency

What's on Offer

Competitive salary

Enhanced pension contributions

Healthcare cashback plan

Site incentive plan

Financial wellbeing benefits

Employee assistance programme

Lifestyle and retail discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted RAC and gym memberships

5 weeks holiday (in hours) plus bank holidays

A friendly, supportive workplace culture focused on wellbeing and sustainability