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Group Supply Chain Manager

United Kingdom, Keele Employment contract · Job Posted May 03, 2026
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Biocomposites is an international medical devices company that engineers, manufactures, and markets world leading products for use in infection management in bone and soft tissue. Based in Keele, UK, it has global operations across Europe, USA, Argentina, Canada, China, and India. Biocomposites is a world leader in the development of innovative calcium compounds and bone cements for surgical use. Its products regenerate bone and target infection risks across a variety of specialties, including musculoskeletal infection, orthopaedics, trauma, spine, foot and ankle, podiatry, and sports injuries. Biocomposites products are now used in over one million procedures per annum and sold in more than 100 countries around the world. The Group Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading and optimising the end-to-end supply chain operations across the organisation, ensuring high service levels, cost efficiency, and operational excellence. This role oversees procurement, planning, logistics, inventory management, supplier performance, and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple sites/business units.

Job Responsibility

  • Develop and implement a group-wide supply chain strategy aligned with business objectives
  • Lead standardisation of supply chain processes, systems, and KPIs across all sites
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, S&OP, automation)
  • Oversee strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management
  • Ensure compliance with procurement policies and ethical standards
  • Monitor supplier performance (OTIF, quality, cost, risk)
  • Lead demand forecasting, capacity planning, and production planning processes
  • Optimise inventory levels across the group to balance service vs. working capital
  • Implement and manage S&OP / IBP processes
  • Manage inbound and outbound logistics, including freight, warehousing, and distribution
  • Ensure that delivery performance targets are met group-wide
  • Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities in transportation and warehousing
  • Set supply chain KPIs and report regularly to senior leadership
  • Monitor cost performance, service levels, and process adherence
  • Support digital transformation initiatives (ERP, WMS, planning tools)
  • Lead, coach, and develop supply chain teams across multiple locations
  • Build a high-performance culture with clear accountability
  • Promote collaboration between operations, finance, sales, and product

Requirements

  • Level 6 degree in Supply Chain Operations Management/Business/Engineering or related field
  • 7 to 10 years of supply chain experience, including leadership of multi-site operations
  • Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or similar environment
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Deep understanding of supply chain processes (procurement, planning, logistics)
  • Advanced ERP and data analysis capability
  • Level 7 degree in Supply Chain Operations Management/Business/Engineering or related field
  • Professional certifications desirable (CIPS, APICS, Lean Six Sigma)

Nice to have

Professional certifications desirable (CIPS, APICS, Lean Six Sigma)

What we offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits
  • We grow talent
  • One Biocomposites – team spirit & engagement

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