Macildowie Procurement, Supply Chain & Logistics
Supply Chain Manager - Up to GBP70,000 Per Annum - Leicester
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5:30pm - Hybrid Working Available
Macildowie Supply Chain has recently partnered with a high growth retailer based in Leicester to recruit a Supply Chain Manager.
The key objective is to lead and optimise its UK and international end-to-end supply chain operations. This position will take responsibility responsibility for production planning, inventory management, international sourcing, fulfilment operations and global 3PL relationships.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with commercial growth, operational efficiency and customer service objectives.
* Lead end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement, production planning, inventory optimisation and supplier management.
* Manage UK manufacturing supply requirements, including Bills of Materials (BOMs), component procurement and production planning.
* Oversee internationally sourced product ranges and manage Far East supplier relationships and inbound product flow.
* Manage fulfilment operations and global 3PL warehouse and distribution networks.
* Drive inventory control and working capital improvements through effective forecasting, stock management and KPI monitoring.
* Lead supplier performance management across cost, quality, lead times and delivery performance.
* Identify and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure continuity of supply and operational resilience.
* Optimise warehouse management systems (WMS), ERP platforms and operational processes supporting fulfilment and stock movement.
* Deliver continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives across the supply chain function.
* Produce and analyse operational KPIs and management reporting to support strategic decision-making.
* Build strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, logistics partners and internal stakeholders.
* Support international supplier visits and overseas manufacturing site engagement where required.
The Candidate
* Previous experience managing end-to-end global supply chain functions
* Strong knowledge of Far East sourcing and factory relationships.
* Expertise in demand planning, forecasting, BOM management and production planning.
* Able to travel to Leicester
* Proficient user of Microsoft Office, including Excel.
* Comfortably able to build stock/inventory forecasts.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday entitlement plus Bank Holidays
* Hybrid working of 2 days in the office and 3 from home.
* Company performance bonus.
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