As our new Site Supply Chain Manager, you will lead and coordinate all supply chain activities at our Wollaston site, working closely with site teams and group functions to ensure an efficient, customer‑focused operation. You will take ownership of S&OE activities, support the deployment of S&OP processes, and oversee customer service, shipping, transport and internal logistics performance.
You will play a key role in driving operational excellence and contributing to the delivery of the Group P&L through strong supply chain performance, continuous improvement and ownership of key supply chain KPIs.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and execute the site supply chain strategy, ensuring compliance with EHS, SOX and business conduct policies while aligning operational priorities with wider business objectives.
* Drive the S&OE and S&OP processes, collaborating cross-functionally with sales, manufacturing, logistics, procurement and finance to deliver accurate forecasts, balanced supply plans and effective decision‑making.
* Manage inventory, working capital and stock optimisation activities, including safety stock levels, slow‑moving inventory, product allocation and intercompany stock movements to maximise customer service and efficiency.
* Use data, KPIs and performance metrics to identify risks, improve planning processes, reduce costs and drive continuous improvement projects across the supply chain function.
* Lead, develop and coach the Site Supply Chain team while building strong relationships across operational and commercial teams to support business performance and long‑term growth.
Qualifications & Experience
* Strong experience in global, multi‑site S&OP and lean supply chain management, supported by relevant qualifications or equivalent experience.
* Excellent stakeholder management, influencing and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across matrix and multicultural environments.
* A strategic and proactive mindset, with the confidence to challenge, manage risk and drive continuous improvement and change.
* Strong analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and manage competing priorities effectively.
* Good IT and systems knowledge, including ERP systems and supply chain planning and improvement tools.
Benefits
* A competitive salary alongside inclusion into our company bonus scheme.
* Enhanced employer pension contribution: we will contribute a maximum of 2x your contribution, up to a maximum of 10%.
* Private medical insurance and a host of additional discounts and employee benefit schemes.
* 25 days annual leave entitlement plus Bank Holidays, with the option to purchase an additional 5 days.
* Paid volunteering day per year; matching up to £1,000 of funds raised for charity.
* Free onsite car parking, electric car charging, discounted cafeteria and onsite swimming pool.
Diversity & Inclusion
Our aim is to create an environment that is welcoming to all people, and ensures we treat each other and customers with respect. We appreciate different and fresh ways of thinking, encouraging innovation where colleagues feel they can express their views freely, and create a working atmosphere in which everyone is able to deliver a high‑quality service.
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