Supply Chain Manager

A global engineering manufacturing business requires a Supply Chain Manager. Applicants need end-to-end supply chain expertise, deep knowledge of MRP/ERP, and gravitas.

The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for; purchasing, planning, logistics and stores. Reporting to a General Manager, they will also sit on the site leadership team. Providing leadership to 5 direct reports (15 indirect) across purchasing, planning, stores/logistics, the Supply Chain Manager will have ownership over MRP/ERP data and use this information to drive commercial decision-making.

Specific duties of the Supply Chain Manager include:

• Develop and align site procurement/planning strategies with those at Group level
• Drive improved performance and delivery from suppliers in terms of - Lead Time, Lot size, OTD etc.
• Responsible for all stock and inventory on site - internal logistics, stock control, optimization etc.
• Ownership of data held in ERP/MRP system and refine the way site uses ERP/MRP
• Provide strategic leadership to direct reports and collaborate with stakeholders at site and group level

Supply Chain Manager applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Previous experience at managerial level - Procurement Manager, Planning Manager, Supply Chain Manager etc.
• Experience gained within a manufacturing or engineering business - ideally within a group, or matrix structured organisation
• Deep skill and knowledge in MRP/ERP and ability to use data to drive supply chain planning decisions
• Demonstrable experience in developing and improving staff
• Interest in continuous personal and professional development