Job Description
My client are a longstanding and successful business with a reputation for providing excellence in their field. They are seeking a Supply Partner Manager to strengthen and enhance their relationships with trusted Supply Partners. This key role ensures smooth onboarding, compliance, and performance management, while championing continuous improvement and sustainability within the supply chain. The position involves national travel, and a full UK driving licence is required.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead the onboarding of new Supply Partners, ensuring alignment with company standards and values.
2. Foster strong, collaborative relationships with Supply Partners to promote trust and long-term partnership.
3. Conduct regular site visits to key partners across the UK, aligning strategy and identifying improvement opportunities.
4. Define and track KPIs to monitor performance and drive improvement.
5. Identify risks within the supply network and implement mitigation strategies to ensure resilience and continuity..
6. Conduct compliance audits to uphold quality, safety, and sustainability standards.
7. Ensure robust contingency plans are in place for supply chain disruptions.
8. Oversee the allergen database, maintaining accurate information to meet regulatory standards and support customer safety.
9. Serve as a knowledge hub for internal teams, supporting account management and customer service with product and supplier-related queries.
10. Collaborate with partners to support the sustainability strategy, including our journey toward net zero.
Key Skills & Attributes
11. Partner Management experience within FMCG or similar
12. Exceptional relationship-building and communication abilities
13. Analytical thinker with a focus on continuous improvement
14. Strong organisational, problem-solving, and risk management skills
15. Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally
16. Confidence in managing complex supply chain dynamics
17. Proven experience in supply chain or supplier management, ideally in FMCG
18. Strong grasp of quality, food safety, and regulatory standards
19. Knowledge of recognised industry certifications and best practices
20. Understanding of sustainability principles within supply chains
21. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the UK
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