Job Title: Supply Chain Manager
Location: Halifax
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 per annum
Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am – 5:00pm; Friday, 8:30am – 2:30pm
Reporting to: UK Senior Leadership Team
Team Size: 4 Direct Reports (Planning, Purchasing, Warehouse Management)
Overview:
This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to take full ownership of the end-to-end supply chain within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The role is instrumental in optimising supply chain operations including procurement, planning, warehousing, and logistics.
Candidates should bring a track record of driving efficiencies, reducing lead times, and delivering continuous improvement initiatives in line with ISO standards and business growth targets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop the supply chain function, ensuring alignment with operational and strategic objectives.
- Oversee production planning, material replenishment, procurement, transportation, and warehousing operations.
- Develop and implement robust systems for communication and tracking across the supply chain.
- Drive cost savings and process improvements without compromising on quality or service levels.
- Foster long-term supplier relationships and ensure full compliance with ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001 standards.
- Implement and manage a robust demand planning and forecasting framework.
- Support integration and optimisation of planning tools/software (e.g. SAP).
- Work closely with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure efficient flow of goods and health & safety compliance.
- Collaborate with commercial teams on new product launches and inventory alignment.
- Analyse competitor activity and contribute to strategic positioning and responsiveness.
- Mentor and lead a multi-disciplinary supply chain team, focusing on professional development and performance delivery.
Candidate Profile:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a senior supply chain role within a manufacturing setting.
- Strong understanding of supply chain principles, planning processes, and procurement frameworks.
- Excellent analytical and data interpretation skills.
- Proven leadership capability and a collaborative management style.
- Experience with SAP is essential; strong MS Office proficiency is also required.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
Aqumen Business Solutions is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
