Job Description
Head of Warehouse, Procurement & Supply Chain | Ellesmere Port | Up to £75,000 DOE
An established and rapidly growing manufacturing business is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of Warehouse, Procurement & Supply Chain to lead and optimise its end-to-end supply chain operations.
Reporting directly to the Managing Director and operating as a key member of the Senior Management Team, this role will oversee warehouse, procurement and supply chain functions, ensuring operational excellence while supporting ambitious business growth.
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring someone who can operate both strategically and operationally, driving continuous improvement, developing teams, and implementing effective supply chain strategies.
Key Responsibilities of the Head of Warehouse, Procurement & Supply Chain:
Leadership & Team Development
* Lead, mentor and develop teams across warehouse, procurement and supply chain operations.
* Foster a “right first time” culture focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.
* Work closely with HR to build strong employee engagement and development strategies.
* Conduct performance reviews, set clear objectives and develop succession planning across teams.
* Contribute actively to company-wide initiatives as part of the Senior Management Team.
Supply Chain Strategy
* Develop and implement supply chain strategies to support business growth, efficiency and cost optimisation.
* Strengthen supplier management and negotiate favourable pricing and terms.
* Oversee logistics processes from procurement through to finished goods dispatch.
* Develop supplier strategies aligned with sustainability objectives and carbon reduction goals.
* Support and maintain processes aligned with SEDEX accreditation requirements.
Operational & Process Improvement
* Lead the implementation of a Warehouse Management System (WMS) and drive adoption across the team.
* Identify opportunities to improve supply chain processes and implement best practice solutions.
* Manage operational delivery while developing a strategic roadmap for supply chain and warehouse operations.
* Monitor and improve key performance metrics including: OTIF (On Time In Full), Inventory turnover, Supplier performance, Cost efficiency
Risk & Supplier Management
* Identify potential supply chain risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
* Maintain strong supplier relationships through regular engagement both in the UK and internationally.
* Work closely with quality teams to ensure suppliers meet required product standards.
* Promote a strong health & safety culture across all operational teams.
Financial Management
* Manage supply chain budgets covering labour, procurement, logistics and capital investment.
* Track financial performance and deliver against cost and operational KPIs.
* Ensure robust supplier agreements are in place and reviewed annually.
Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration.
* Proven experience in supply chain leadership roles, including managing and developing teams.
* Experience operating within both strategic and operational environments.
* Strong supplier management experience across UK and European supply chains.
* Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and employee engagement.
* Experience working with ERP systems (SAGE 200 preferred; SAP, Oracle, NetSuite or similar considered).
* Excellent problem-solving, project management and communication skills.
* Experience working as part of a Senior Management Team.
Desirable Experience
* Professional certification in Supply Chain Management or Logistics.
* Experience within manufacturing or production environments.
Benefits
* Highly competitive salary up to £75,000 DOE
* Senior Management bonus scheme
* 25 days annual leave plus holiday purchase scheme
* Christmas shutdown
* Pension scheme
* Healthcare cash plan
* Free on-site parking
* Professional development and training opportunities
What’s Next?
Apply now to join a growing organisation where you will play a key role in shaping and strengthening the company’s supply chain operations.