Supply Chain Team Lead Location: Milton Keynes, Hybrid Working Job Type: Permanent A leading engineering organisation in Milton Keynes is looking for a Supply Chain Team Lead to oversee the end-to-end movement of goods in a fast-paced, technically complex environment. This is a key operational and analyticalrole, bridging day-to-day execution with strategic supply chain optimisation. You will lead a team of four, responsible for order management, goods in/out, and warehouse optimisation, ensuring a seamless, compliant, and efficient flow of materials that directly supports production and business performance. Key Responsibilities Operational Management & Material Flow: Oversee daily supply chain operations, including receipt, storage, and distribution of materials to ensure uninterrupted production. SAP ECC Leadership Act as a Key User for SAP ECC, maintaining planning parameters (safety stocks,lead times) and ensuring high data integrity across MM (Materials Management) and WM (Warehouse Management) modules. Analytical Oversight & Reporting Produce and interpret KPI reports covering inventory accuracy, supplier on-time delivery, freight costs, and operational efficiency to identify trends and bottlenecks. Logistics & Customs Compliance Manage relationships with 3PL partners and customs brokers, ensuring accurateinternational trade documentation, regulatory compliance, and timely customs clearance. Continuous Improvement Lead Lean initiatives and process improvements to reduce costs, eliminate waste, and enhance supply chain responsiveness and resilience. Team Leadership Lead, develop, and motivate a team of four across order management, goods in/out, and warehouse optimisation within a busy, compact engineering environment. Required Skills & Experience Background: 5 years in supply chain roles, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team leadership position. Systems & Technical Skills: Strong experience with SAP ECC, particularly MM, PP, and SD modules. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis and reporting. Trade & Logistics Knowledge: Solid understanding of HS codes, trade laws, customs processes, and international logistics strategies. Analytical Capability: Proven ability to interpret complex data, identify risks, and develop contingency plans for supply disruptions. Microsoft Office Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Power BI.