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Our client, a well-established and growing organisation within the FMCG food and beverage sector, is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Supply Chain Manager to lead and develop their end-to-end supply chain function. This is a key leadership role, offering the opportunity to drive operational efficiency, improve service levels, and ensure product availability across a diverse brand portfolio. Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, the Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for the seamless, cost-effective flow of goods from procurement through to final customer delivery. You will lead a team covering demand planning, purchasing, and production (co-pack), delivering accurate, brand-focused forecasting and ensuring strong collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners.
Job Responsibility:
Lead, develop, and motivate the Supply Chain team, managing three direct reports across distinct functions
Build and maintain strong relationships with brand owners, co-packers, and service providers to ensure consistent supply and performance
Maintain optimal inventory levels through robust demand forecasting, data analysis, and proactive planning
Oversee purchasing and production orders, ensuring alignment with forecasts and business requirements
Develop and implement supply chain strategies that improve operational efficiency, service levels, and cost control
Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks, implementing contingency plans where required
Utilise ERP systems and data tools to track KPIs, generate performance reports, and support decision-making
Measure supplier performance monthly using Supplier Scorecards and drive continuous improvement
Monitor inventory turnover ratios, slow-moving, and obsolete SKUs, implementing corrective actions where necessary
Ensure supply chain visibility across demand and inventory to support high levels of customer service delivery
Collaborate closely with internal teams including S&OP, Customer Services, Commercial, and Finance to align supply chain activities with business needs
Lead and contribute to fortnightly S&OP reviews, providing accurate data, insights, and recommendations
Support continuous improvement initiatives across systems, processes, and ways of working
Undertake ad hoc projects and tasks to support the wider business as required
Requirements:
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Supply Chain Management or a similar role, ideally within FMCG
Strong experience working to KPIs and performance targets in a fast-paced environment
Highly organised with excellent time management and the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines
Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Confident communicator with a collaborative and proactive approach
Advanced Excel skills with strong overall MS Office capability
Nice to have:
Experience of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) is highly desirable
Experience using Microsoft Dynamics Business Central and Slimstock would be advantageous
Detail-oriented, consistent, and accountable, with a flexible and positive attitude