Job Description
Supply Chain & Logistics Manager in Kingston
Location: Kingston with limited parking, very close to town centre and train/bus links
Hours: Flexible working hours, start between 8:30-10 am, finish between 4:30-6 pm
Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 at home
Salary: £40k to £45k plus generous list of benefits including 25 days plus BH, free product samples and new product testing sessions and real opportunities to grow in your career and develop your skills
Candidates need to have experience in FMCG!
Are you a passionate and experienced professional in supply chain and logistics, looking to make a meaningful impact?
Join my client, a leading organisation with over 30 years of dedication to health and sustainability! They are on the lookout for a dynamic Supply Chain & Logistics Team Lead to join their growing family. This role will eventually grow into leading and developing a dedicated team of two!
As a Supply Chain & Logistics Team Lead, you will play a vital role in the end-to-end coordination of inventory management, importing, warehouse operations, and logistics. Your mission? To ensure optimal stock levels, efficient processes, timely imports, and flawless deliveries, all while maintaining strong cost control.
Key Responsibilities
Stock Control & Inventory Management
* Ensure accurate stock levels across all warehouses
* Monitor stock ageing, shelf life, and batch control
* Manage slow-moving and obsolete inventory
* Collaborate with Sales and Finance to forecast stock requirements
* Maintain ERP (NetSuite) data accuracy
Importing & Exporting
* Liaise with suppliers and freight forwarders
* Coordinate freight bookings and oversee customs clearance
* Ensure compliance with import regulations
* Work with the operations team to ensure accurate export documentation
Transport & Logistics
* Reduce freight costs through strategic negotiation and planning
* Ensure on-time-in-full (OTIF) delivery performance
Reporting & Performance
* Develop and monitor KPIs
* Report supply chain performance to senior management
* Identify and implement process improvements
Team Leadership
* Set clear performance objectives and conduct training
* Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
Skills & Experience Required
Essential
* Experience in supply chain, logistics, or operations
* Strong stock control and inventory management expertise
* Experience managing imports and international freight
* Proficient with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite)
* Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
Desirable
* Experience with supply chains
* Demand planning experience
* 3PL management experience
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