Supply Chain Manager

Job Description

Are you an experienced Supply Chain leader within the FMCG industry?

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Do you have a proven track record of leading end to end supply chains including procurement and all planning areas?

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Are you operationally focussed with the ability to drive efficiencies and support an FMCG business through transformation and growth?

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MacGregor Black are partnering with a leading food business on the search for a Supply Chain Manager. This is a PERM role based in Sunderland.

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Key Responsibilities:

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• Take ownership of the complete supply chain from raw material procurement through to customer delivery.

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• Continuously improve service levels, efficiency, stock availability and supply chain performance.

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• Build strong supplier relationships and monitor supplier performance.

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• Own supply and demand planning, ensuring production is aligned with customer requirements.

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• Manage stock levels and minimise both shortages and unnecessary waste.

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• Manage the movement of finished products from the factory through to customers and retail distribution centres/stores.

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• Manage retailer forecasts, orders, delivery requirements and changes in demand.

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• Establish and monitor key supply chain KPIs, including OTIF, stock availability, waste, forecast accuracy, supplier performance and logistics costs.

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What We're Looking For:

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• Proven experience in an end-to-end supply chain management role.

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• Significant experience within food manufacturing– essential.

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• Experience managing supply chains serving major UK retailers.

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• Strong understanding of procurement, demand planning, production planning, stock management and logistics.

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• Experience managing raw material suppliers and third-party logistics providers.

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• A strong understanding of OTIF, service levels, waste, stock and supply chain costs.

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• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions quickly.

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• Strong analytical and commercial skills.

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• A hands-on approach – someone who is prepared to get into the detail and personally resolve issues rather than simply delegate them.

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• The ability to work effectively in a fast-moving environment where priorities can change quickly.

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Salary – up to £70k + package

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Please contact Rob Blackburn today for further information.

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