The Business
Our client is a respected international business who have grown into one of Europe's leading producers and suppliers within their product area.
The Role
Reporting into the Chief Operating Officer, you will lead a team of Purchasing, Planning and Logistics professionals overseeing the strategic and operational delivery of the companies end-to-end supply chain objectives. Key deliverables include-
* To lead the Supply Chain team and oversee all activities relating to Price Negotiation, PO Management, Stock Availability, ERP data maintenance and communications with senior stakeholders
* Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency providing feedback and advice on internal change projects or activities which impact operational capability, productivity, efficiency and profitability.
* Risk management of suppliers & vendors including contract negotiation, service level agreements and product storage
* Awareness and monitoring of global economic events and new technologies that can impact or enhance supply chain performance
* Inventory & Stock Management aligning with customer demand ensuring correct levels are available within budget
* SKU Performance Analysis, identifying trends and patterns
* Logistics reports - Ensuring shipping / delivery data is analysed for bottlenecks, ensure key partnerships are established and KPI reports are produced
What they're looking for
You will be a Supply Chain professional with a proven track record of strategic achievement and people leadership, this opportunity would suit both a Supply Chain Manager looking for career progression or a current Head of Supply Chain looking for an exciting new career challenge. You will be an excellent communicator who leads the department as a positive role model, you will engage well across all operational levels with the ability to influence stakeholders with tact & respect to achieve commercial change & objectives. In addition to this you will be able to demonstrate good organisational skills which prioritise commercial 'bigger picture' objectives, an appreciation for a variety of international cultures and the ability to embrace new technologies. You Supply Chain knowledge will include the following-
* Purchasing Management & Cost Negotiation
* Supplier Relationship Management
* Forecasting including an understanding of how external factors can influence Buying patterns
* Effective Data Analysis to identify performance within the supply chain, areas for improvement and trends
* Strategic & scenario planning to understand how over/under selling will impact stock
* Knowledge of import logistics companies
* Financial Management and working within stock budgets
What's on offer
You will receive a competitive salary that reflects your career to date achievement and skill set plus company bonus (last year paid out in full) and private medical.
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