About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Supply Chain Performance & Transformation to lead the Central Planning Supply Chain Control Tower and drive performance transparency, governance and transformation across the organisation.
This critical role is responsible for governing end‑to‑end supply chain and demand planning KPIs, leading the supply chain change portfolio, and enabling data‑driven decision‑making across business units, countries and legacy systems. You will play a central role in improving service, cost, working capital and profitability through harmonised performance management and targeted transformation initiatives.
Reporting directly to the Director of Planning & Logistics, you will work closely with peers across Demand Planning, Supply Chain Planning and wider Central Planning teams.
Location: Uxbridge
Department: Central Planning
Reporting to: Director of Planning & Logistics
This role is fully office‑based in Uxbridge. Pilgrim’s Europe operates an office‑based model as we believe there is significant value in bringing teams together, enabling strong collaboration, faster decision‑making and effective development through close, day‑to‑day working relationships. Hybrid or remote working options are not available for this role.
Key Responsibilities
* Own and operate the supply chain project governance framework
* Prioritise, track and manage the end‑to‑end transformation portfolio
* Ensure milestone delivery and benefit realisation
* Lead complex, cross‑functional transformation initiatives
* Support system harmonisation and process standardisation efforts across the supply chain
* Own and govern the end‑to‑end Supply Chain and Demand Planning KPI framework
* Standardise KPI definitions across business units, countries and planning functions
* Ensure integrity, consistency and transparency of reporting across multiple systems
* Lead weekly and monthly performance reviews and executive reporting cycles
* Deliver insight‑led analysis, moving beyond reporting to actionable recommendations
* Develop and maintain automated dashboards using tools such as Power BI, SAP or equivalent
* Produce clear performance narratives for senior leadership
* Translate data into business implications, priorities and action plans
* Support the Director of Planning & Logistics and Central Planning leadership team
What We’re Looking For
Experience & Skills
* 5+ years’ experience in Supply Chain, Project Management, Transformation or Operational Excellence
* Proven track record delivering cross‑functional projects and change initiatives
* Strong experience developing and governing performance frameworks and KPIs
* Excellent executive‑level communication and influencing skills
* Confident stakeholder management across functions, BUs and geographies
* Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into insight
* Proven people leadership skills
* Structured, commercially astute thinker with high business acumen
* Comfortable challenging peers and senior stakeholders where required
* Advanced Excel, PowerPoint and KPI reporting capability
* Experienced influencing without formal authority
* Change‑oriented mindset with the ability to inspire improvement at all levels
Qualifications
* Experience with QLIK or similar data analytics tools (Essential – training available if required)
Values & Behaviours
Demonstrates ownership, integrity and determination, working collaboratively with discipline and humility to deliver practical results.
Why Join Pilgrim’s Europe?
* Lead a centralised Supply Chain Control Tower with real strategic impact
* Drive transformation and performance across a complex, multi‑business organisation
* Work closely with senior leadership on high‑profile initiatives
* Influence long‑term improvements in service, cost and working capital
* Join a values‑led organisation with scale, ambition and investment in supply chain excellence
* Competitive salary, performance‑related incentive and comprehensive benefits package
Ready to Apply?
If you are a results‑driven supply chain leader with a passion for performance, transformation and data‑led decision‑making, we would welcome your application.
Apply now to play a key role in shaping supply chain performance and transformation at Pilgrim’s Europe.