Supply Chain Manager Ipswich | Hybrid Working | Competitive Salary + Bonus
Location: Ipswich
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Working Pattern: Hybrid (2 days remote / 3 days office-based)
Salary: Competitive + Performance Bonus
Benefits
* Life Insurance
* Income Protection Insurance
* Private Healthcare
* Gym Membership
* Free On-Site Parking
* Company Pension Scheme
* Annual & Quarterly Performance Bonus
* 20 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (increasing with service)
* Christmas Shutdown
Ready to take full ownership of a well-respected Construction companies supply chain?
We're hiring a Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end operations for a growing, international business. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love solving complex supply chain challenges, and can confidently lead teams and suppliers — keep reading.
The Role
You’ll take control of the entire Supply Chain function, covering:
* Procurement & Supplier Management (global suppliers + parent company)
* Inventory & Stock Control
* S&OP / Demand Planning & Forecasting
* Logistics, Warehousing & Distribution
* Production Planning (incl. contract manufacturing)
In short: you’ll make sure the right products are in the right place, at the right time — without blowing the budget.
What You'll Be Doing
* Lead and execute the Supply Chain strategy
* Build strong supplier relationships and negotiate effectively
* Drive forecast accuracy, stock optimisation, and service levels
* Partner with Sales, Purchasing & Logistics to keep everything aligned
* Improve processes, reduce costs, and increase efficiency
* Proactively manage risk, delays, and supply issues (before they escalate)
Leadership
* Lead, develop, and motivate the Supply Chain team
* Create a high-performance, collaborative culture
* Own training, development, and succession planning
What We're Looking For
* Senior experience in Supply Chain / Procurement / Logistics
* Strong leadership — you've managed teams and driven performance
* Expertise in S&OP, forecasting, and inventory management
* Confident with ERP systems and data analysis
* Excellent stakeholder management & negotiation skills
* Calm under pressure (because supply chains love surprises…)
Bonus
* Lean / Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement experience
* Import & export knowledge
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