Job Description
Our client is an established fresh produce supplier to major retailers. With multiple sites across the UK, a new position of Supply Chain Manager has been created, based at their office in the West Midlands.
We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain professional to collaborate effectively with all departments, suppliers, third-party packers, and hauliers to ensure an efficient flow of produce, meeting customer expectations and requirements. The successful candidate will oversee the smooth flow of products from growers to customers, monitor, update, and manage communication and organization of foreign and UK transport (air, sea, and road), update clearing agents and third-party packers on arrival information, plan, manage, utilize, and forecast stock efficiencies, and work closely with all contacts for accurate outbound planning.
Key responsibilities include:
1. Manage supply chain and logistics solutions to meet customer requirements.
2. Work closely with suppliers to resolve packing queries efficiently.
3. Plan and arrange outbound transport to retailers and customers as required.
4. Book foreign transport to meet collection and delivery schedules.
5. Liaise with and update clearing agents and third-party packers on expected arrivals.
6. Ensure the company and supply base fulfill and evolve their post-Brexit import and export requirements.
We require:
* Experience in FMCG, Food, or Fresh Produce within a similar role.
* A confident individual experienced in inbound and outbound logistics.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, and maintain high accuracy.
* Experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Import & Export, Customs, and familiarity with Brexit regulations.
* Strong IT skills, with experience in ERP/MRP implementation and management.
* A thorough understanding of the challenges involved in supplying time-critical products.
Location: West Midlands
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
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