Head of Supply Chain

Overview

As Head of Supply Chain you will lead an end-to-end function aligning procurement, planning, inventory, and logistics with the business strategy. You’ll drive cost reduction, efficiency, and service excellence while shaping supply chain strategy across functions. You will work with the Operations Leadership Team to implement S&OP, optimise ERP use, and develop a high-performing team. This is a growth-focused role with a significant impact on operational performance and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain
• Drive cost reduction and operational efficiency programmes
• Establish and manage departmental KPIs and performance measures
• Support the development and implementation of an effective S&OP process
• Develop and execute category management strategies
• Build strategic partnerships with key suppliers
• Negotiate contracts, commercial agreements, and SLAs
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs
• Oversee demand forecasting and materials planning activities
• Ensure optimised inventory levels to support business requirements
• Drive improvements in inventory accuracy and stock control
• Develop robust production scheduling processes
• Ensure efficient warehouse operations and service to manufacturing
• Optimise inbound and outbound logistics flows
• Deliver high levels of service while controlling costs
• Promote effective utilisation of ERP systems
• Improve data accuracy, reporting, and process efficiency
• Drive best-practice supply chain processes throughout the business
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing supply chain team
• Set clear objectives aligned with company strategy
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Ensure employees have the skills, tools, and support required to succeed

Key requirements

• Significant experience in a senior supply chain leadership role
• Strong background in procurement, planning, inventory, logistics, and warehousing
• Proven experience in supplier management and contract negotiation
• Expertise in ERP systems and process improvement
• Strong commercial awareness and cost management capability
• Experience developing and managing KPIs and performance frameworks
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive organisational change

• leadership
• stakeholder management
• communication
• ERP systems
• category management
• S&OP

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