Supply Chain Specialist

Overview

In this interim role you will provide hands-on supply chain support during a transition, enabling continuity across restaurant locations. You will work with 3PLs, distributors and internal teams to stabilise operations, monitor stock, coordinate inbound shipments, and resolve disruptions. The position offers immediate start, a six-month window, and a hybrid London-based setup within a growing international foodservice brand. You will help sustain service levels and operational stability during the interim period.

Pay / Benefits

• Temp / Interim contract (circa 6 months)
• Competitive day rate
• Hybrid working model with Central London office
• Collaborative and supportive culture
• Immediate start available

Responsibilities

• Manage third-party logistics (3PL) and distributor relationships
• Support day-to-day supply chain and distribution operations
• Monitor stock availability and maintain supply continuity across restaurants
• Coordinate inbound shipments and support import activities
• Manage supply disruptions and shipping delays, escalate issues when needed
• Analyze operational data with extensive spreadsheets
• Collaborate with restaurant operators and internal stakeholders to resolve supply chain issues
• Ensure high service levels across the network
• Contribute to operational stability during the interim period

Key requirements

• Immediately available to start
• Experience in supply chain operations
• Experience managing 3PL providers and distributor relationships
• Experience in QSR, casual dining, foodservice, hospitality, or restaurant environments (hotel food supply chain experience acceptable)
• Strong distribution and inventory management understanding
• Advanced Excel and data analysis of operational data
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and start quickly
• Calm, collaborative, service-focused approach

• Stakeholder management
• Communication abilities
• Independent working style
• Advanced Excel / spreadsheet skills
• Data analysis of operational metrics
• Distribution and inventory management

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