Job Description
Job Opportunity: Supply Chain Manager (end to end)
Location: Liverpool (3 days on-site per week)
Contract: 6 Months
Rate: £400/day (Outside IR35)
Industry: UK Leading Retailer
Please contact: james.robinson@forsythbarnes.com
Are you a dynamic and experienced Supply Chain Manager with a deep understanding of freight forwarding, logistics, and end-to-end supply chain operations? Our client, a UK-leading retailer, is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead key supply chain initiatives and enhance operational performance across multiple supplier networks. This is a fantastic opportunity to drive impact in a fast-paced, nationally recognised retail environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead supply chain projects with a strong focus on freight forwarding and logistics optimisation
* Manage and improve the end-to-end supply chain process across suppliers, 3PLs, and internal stakeholders
* Identify bottlenecks, pain points, and inefficiencies throughout the supply chain
* Work closely with suppliers and logistics partners to develop, track, and implement resolutions to ongoing issues
* Deliver project milestones on time and within budget, reporting to senior stakeholders
* Support transformation efforts across freight, warehousing, and distribution
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
* Proven experience in supply chain and logistics, ideally within retail or FMCG
* In-depth knowledge of freight forwarding, logistics providers, and global shipping processes
* Strong experience working with 3PLs, freight partners, and cross-functional supply chain teams
* Ability to identify root causes and deliver effective, pragmatic solutions
* Excellent stakeholder management, supplier engagement, and communication skills
* Experience managing projects outside IR35 desirable
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