The Interim Supply Chain Manager will be a key role within our SME client's business, managing supply chain and procurement for this industrial manufacturer.
Client Details
The employer is a small-sized organisation in the industrial and manufacturing sector. Known for its niche expertise, the company focuses on delivering efficient and high-quality solutions to its clients.
Description
The interim Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for:
Managing the supply chain management team, accountable for sales, procurement and transport.
Creating SOP's and processes for sales and purchase order processing that focus on efficiency, consistency and quality.
Strategically leading and developing team members to support the company's growth and long term vision.
Ensuring H&S is kept paramount at all times.
Applying IOSH managing safely knowledge to foster a positive H&S culture.
Inspiring and driving team members to create a culture which focuses strongly on teamwork, collaboration and communication.
Setting and monitoring KPI's such as OTIF, inventory turns, inventory accuracy, supplier lead times and compliance rate.
Successfully increasing OTIF and inventory accuracy to 99%.
Providing end of month reports to the Operations Director - KPI levels, purchasing plans and current projects.
Presenting accurate data to the executive team to review previous month's results, current capabilities and future demands.
Ensuring these meetings address any challenges in order to proactively look for solutions that meet demand or manage expectations.
Creating and maintaining demand calculators that accurately forecast raw material requirements against forecasted orders.
Analysing sales data and collaborating with the sales team to forecast mid to long term requirements based on probability.
Maintaining and nurturing supplier relationships, negotiating where possible to obtain fixed contracts at lower prices for future call offs.
Implementing supplier evaluation forms that incorporate all necessary SCM, regulatory, quality and financial needs.
Evaluating suppliers based on performance.
Overseeing inventory management and 2 third party warehouses in order to improve stock control and order completion.
Updating and managing the companies ERP system ensuring data integrity.
Championing operational excellence projects such as 'what does good look like' which focuses on 'Best in class culture.
Supporting all actions with action registers which clearly identify responsibilities and progress tracking for all project members.
Profile
The successful Interim Supply Chain Manager should have/be:
Proven experience in procurement and supply chain management within an SME business in the industrial manufacturing sector.
A solid background and understanding of supply chain processes and best practices.
Strong analytical skills to assess data and make informed decisions.
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
Proficiency in relevant software and tools for supply chain management.
The ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Be able to start work immediately, ideally by the 1st June.Job Offer
An hourly rate between £30.00 and £35.00, based on experience.
A temporary position offering the opportunity to work in Birmingham, with potential for permanent for the right person.
Broad exposure in an SME organisation.
Immediate start, site based role.If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, we encourage you to apply for the Interim Supply Chain Manager position today