Description Internal Job Title: Supply Chain Manager Business: Lucy Zodion Ltd Location: Sowerby Bridge Job Reference No: 4466 Job Purpose: As a Supply Chain Manager, you would be responsible for managing the full end to end supply chain, optimising inventory in line with current business needs, optimising inbound/outbound transport, and coordinating with suppliers to meet demand. You would also need to ensure that supply chain function maximises its value to business as a whole. Business Overview: Lucy Zodion is an industry leader in advanced street lighting controls, power distribution and electric vehicle (EV) supply solutions. Our products assist customers with energising urban and highways infrastructure from the ground up. Our range includes photocells, power distribution enclosures, EV connection feeder pillars, isolators, cut outs and switchgear. Job Dimensions: Geographic scope – Lucy Zodion – Sowerby Bridge Direct Interface with all other members of the site Day to day engagement with internal customers, suppliers. other operational functions and commercial activities across the business Key Accountabilities: Adhere to Company Health & Safety Policies, Procedures and Safe Working Practices Managing the flow of goods and services throughout the manufacturing process Coordination of production schedules, inventory levels, and product demand Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors Analyse trends and data to forecast future needs and streamline operations Ensure compliance with regulatory and ethical guidelines and standards Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and vulnerabilities Identify cost-saving opportunities and negotiate contracts with suppliers Monitor transportation and logistics to ensure timely delivery of goods Develop and implement strategies to optimize efficiency and reduce waste Lead cross-functional teams to coordinate efforts and maximize performance Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business, manufacturing or engineering, or logistics Five or more years of experience in supply chain management or related roles, such as purchasing Excellent understanding of the principles of supply chain management, inventory control, and logistics Manage the end-to-end flow of materials, products, and information to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality production and delivery Analyse historical sales data, market trends, and customer insights to forecast demand accurately, managing inventory, preventing stockouts or excess inventory, reducing costs and optimising cash flow Good knowledge of carrying out “value analysis” of suppliers Working with suppliers across the globe, particularly Far East and India Proficient knowledge and use of ERP/MRP systems Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Behavioural Competencies Self-driven Minimal supervision Manage and develop team members Work in a team or own initiative Other Requirements: Work in combination with Product Engineering, Quality, Production and Commercial functions to improve overall performance of the business Responsibilities R e s p o n s i b i l i t i e s : 1) Procurement: Achieve specific procurement goals within area of responsibility. May also involve working to improve established procurement procedures. 2) Contract Requirements: Identify contract requirements and write specifications for a small portfolio or area of the business for existing contracts and/or new contracts. 3) Contract Management: Deliver required outcomes by managing day-to-day relationships with contract service providers while working within an established contract management plan. 4) Category Management: Deliver specific category goals within a significant category plan/program in line with the organization's purchasing/procurement and/or sales strategy. Identify improvements to the plan/category program. 5) Sourcing: Collect and analyze the key cost drivers, market dynamics and issues, areas of innovation, and alternative suppliers for a medium-risk area with some alternatives and medium costs to change, in consultation with relevant functions to provide solid market information for decision-making. 6) Budgeting: Deliver a budget for an area of the organization or conduct complex analyses on budget progress in other areas of the organization. 7) Information and Business Advice: Resolve queries from internal or external customers or suppliers by providing information on complex processes and the related policies, referring issues to others where necessary for interpretation of policy. 8) Data Collection and Analysis: Conduct research using primary data sources, and select information needed for the analysis of key themes and trends. 9) Operational Compliance: Maintain and renew a deep knowledge and understanding of the organization's policies and procedures and of relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct, and ensure own work adheres to required standards. Or identify, within the team, patterns of noncompliance with the organization's policies and procedures and with relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct, taking appropriate action to report and resolve these and escalating issues as appropriate. 10) Stakeholder Engagement: Assist with stakeholder engagement by arranging actions, meetings, events, and supporting materials to promote stakeholder understanding and commitment. Qualifications E d u c a t i o n a l R e q u i r e m e n t s : Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Level G e n e r a l E x p e r i e n c e R e q u i r e m e n t : Experience enables job holder to deal with the majority of situations and to advise others (Over 3 years to 6 years) M a n a g e r i a l E x p e r i e n c e R e q u i r e m e n t : Experience of general supervision of more junior colleagues (7 to 12 months)