JOB DESCRIPTION
To lead logistics, warehousing & supply chain activities for FREEE and Doves Farm brands and customer own label which meet and exceed customer expectations while ensuring profitable trading relationships in all channels.
REPORTING TO: Chief Executive
GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Manage and develop day to day supply chain internally and externally
* Lead ERP system development with related business processes and systems
* Ensure systems deliver 99% service level to customers
* Manage and lead direct reports in supply chain, warehousing, logistics & purchasing
* Oversee all purchasing activities to ensure continuity of supply for all raw materials
* Ensure KPIs are met and tracked
* Negotiation and management of business plans & contracts including but not limited to; 3rd Party warehousing, Chep, Delivery Vehicles, Waste
* Ongoing development of reporting and analytics
* Develop strategy & commercial opportunities in conjunction with Senior Management team
* Maintain & train company departmental procedures & risk assessments
* Deputise for colleagues in their absence
* Compliance with relevant UK law
WORK PATTERN:
Based in Hungerford Office hours Monday to Friday and as required for the performance of the role.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS:
* Degree or equivalent
* Extensive knowledge of SAP/ACCESS
* 5+ years logistics experience
* Team management experience
* Excellent communication & presentation skills
* Comfortable with analytics
* Good at planning and organising
* Able to collaborate and influence effectively
* Organised and sets high standards
* Realistic can do attitude to problem solving
DESIRABLE SKILLS:
* Professional qualifications
* Previous food industry experience
* Able to lead by example