Overview
This role leads the end-to-end supply chain for an award-winning manufacturer and supplier of sustainable products managing forecasting, inventory, logistics and 3PL performance.
Responsibilities
* Manage end-to-end supply chain operations, ensuring accurate forecasting, optimal inventory levels and on-time delivery.
* Analyse sales data to predict demand, prevent stock-outs and minimise excess stock.
* Oversee special orders, particularly printed goods and direct factory-to-customer deliveries, coordinating closely with Sales and customers.
* Work with 3PL partners and freight forwarders to plan, track and optimise inbound and outbound logistics across the UK and Europe.
* Monitor warehousing performance, costs and KPIs, collaborating with Finance to drive efficiencies.
* Support NPD by setting up new supply routes in partnership with the Technical Services Manager.
* Identify and deliver strategic improvements across processes, technology, cost savings and operational performance.
* Produce regular reporting on vendor performance, KPIs, cost reductions and supply chain improvements.
Profile / Qualifications
* Highly analytical, confident working with data, and skilled at forecasting/demand planning.
* International supply chain management experience, including import and export operations would be advantageous.
* Exceptionally detail-oriented, ensuring accuracy across inventory planning, reporting and process management.
* Strong communicator with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, 3PL partners and customer supply chain teams.
* Commercially aware, proactive in driving cost savings, improving processes and enhancing overall supply chain performance.
* Adaptable, organised and able to manage multiple priorities within a fast-growing, innovation-led environment.
Location & Working Arrangements
The role will be based at our client\'s offices in Surrey and report into the Head of Purchasing & Operations. The successful candidate will be able to work from the client\'s offices in Surrey 4 days per week.
Job Offer / Benefits
* Competitive salary between £45,000 and £55,000 per annum.
* 5% pension contribution.
* 25 days of holiday leave.
* Private healthcare options available.
* Free parking at the office location.
* Hybrid working opportunity.
If you are a motivated Supply Chain Manager looking to advance your career, apply today
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