Overview
A dynamic and rapidly expanding organisation is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Director to join their team in Poole. This role offers a salary of up to 90,000 and requires full on-site presence.
This position will be responsible for the existing fulfilment and category management functions and the continued sourcing of new suppliers to improve lead times, quality and cost.
Responsibilities
* Manage gross profit and price reductions through cost-saving initiatives, sourcing better value products, rationalising ranges, and developing own brand products.
* Monitor and improve KPIs related to team performance, supplier management, and stock status, support growth of own brand in collaboration with sales and marketing.
* Support tendering, bid preparation, and securing supplier discounts; proactively assist in leveraging new business opportunities.
* Oversee product range lifecycle management, data accuracy, stock rationalisation, and ensure compliance with product documentation and certifications.
* Manage the Fulfilment Team to ensure timely customer orders, supplier deliveries, and maintain efficient operational processes.
* Lead, coach, and support a team with enthusiasm and professionalism, ensuring strong work ethics and alignment with company values.
Qualifications
* Previous experience in a supply chain and procurement within a manufacturing environment
* Results-driven, energetic, highly organised, and proactive with a strong focus on customer and business needs.
* Collaborates as one team, aligns with organisational values, and advocates for procurement and customer interests.
* Embrace learning from failure, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement.
* Demonstrates personal and team accountability, sets challenging goals, and reviews performance regularly.
* Builds relationships, develops others, and maintains a customer-focused, professional approach.
* Adapts to change, thinks strategically, encourages innovation, and maintains high standards of quality and integrity.
Salary
Up to 90k
Location
Poole – on-site presence required
Notes
This position will be well suited to candidates who have held roles including supply chain director, procurement director, head of supply chain, category manager, and related senior supply chain roles.
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