Head of Procurement & Supply Chain – Manufacturing / FMCG Location: Office-based (North London / Hertfordshire) Salary: up to £65,000 Type: Full-time, Permanent A leading manufacturer of globally distributed consumer products is seeking a commercially driven Head of Procurement & Supply Chain. This hands-on leadership role covers end-to-end supply chain: forecasting, planning (MRP/MPS), procurement, inbound logistics, inventory, and supplier performance. You’ll own the data and parameters that drive the plan and be responsible for delivering service, cost, and working capital improvements. The Role Lead S&OP process and convert demand into a clear, time-phased supply plan Own MRP/MPS setup and parameters in Microsoft Business Central Manage procurement strategy, supplier performance, and cost control Oversee inbound logistics, customs, and freight Improve inventory accuracy, stock turns, and aged stock exposure Support NPD through sourcing, feasibility checks, and vendor onboarding Rationalise SKUs and manage slow-mover actions Maintain clean master data (items, BOMs, vendors, routings) Collaborate with Commercial, Finance, NPD, and Ops to align supply with demand Build and lead a small supply chain team with clear processes and accountability What You’ll Need 7 years in supply chain or procurement within manufacturing or FMCG Advanced knowledge of MRP/MPS and ERP systems (ideally Business Central) Strong track record in supply planning, supplier negotiation, and logistics Confident with Excel and data-driven decision-making Commercially sharp and comfortable challenging assumptions constructively Experience with Amazon or other retail/e-commerce channels is a plus Why Apply High-ownership role with direct impact on service, cost, and inventory Shape planning and procurement processes in a growing, global business Join a commercially aware, operationally focused leadership team Competitive salary with clear scope for progression To apply, send your CV to shayce@pearsoncarter.com or call 0191 406 6111 for a confidential conversation. Head of Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, FMCG, S&OP, MRP, MPS, Microsoft Business Central, ERP, Supplier Negotiation, Inbound Logistics, Inventory Management, Stock Accuracy, SKU Rationalisation, Slow-Mover Management, Demand Planning, Forecasting, Data-Driven Decision Making, Commercially Minded, Team Leadership, NPD, Vendor Onboarding, Cost Control, Working Capital, Amazon, E-commerce, Retail, Planning, Supply Planning, Logistics, Customs, Freight, Warehouse Control, Continuous Improvement