At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement, production planning, and logistics.
- Company: GPS Recruitment is focused on forward-thinking talent acquisition in manufacturing environments.
- Benefits: Salary is negotiable based on experience, offering competitive compensation.
- Other info: Experience with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle is essential.
- Why this job: This role is critical for driving Sales & Operations Planning and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in Supply Chain Management within manufacturing or FMCG environments is required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
GPS Recruitment are recruiting for a forward-thinking Supply Chain Manager to join our team within a manufacturing / production environment. You will lead and develop end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement, production planning, inventory control, and logistics, ensuring efficiency, resilience, and excellent customer service. This role is critical in driving Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), demand planning, and supply planning processes to ensure alignment between customer demand and manufacturing capacity.
Key Responsibilities
- Overseeing end-to-end supply chain management (procurement, demand planning, supply planning, production planning, warehousing, and distribution)
- Developing and Leading Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process
- Managing demand forecasting, inventory optimisation, and materials requirements planning (MRP)
- Monitoring and improving key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OTIF (On-Time In-Full), forecast accuracy, inventory turns, service levels, and supplier performance
- Collaborating cross-functionally with Operations, Manufacturing, Production, Finance, Procurement, and Sales teams
- Identifying and mitigating supply chain risks, supplier disruptions, and capacity constraints
- Managing supplier relationships, including supplier performance management, contract management, and cost optimisation
- Driving continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other operational excellence methodologies
Required Skills & Experience
- Previous experience in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Operations Management
- Proven experience in a manufacturing, FMCG, engineering, or production environment
- Strong experience with ERP systems and MRP planning tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
- Demonstrated expertise in demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, and production scheduling
- Strong analytical skills with experience using data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, or similar BI tools)
- Experience in stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
- Experience leading or developing teams (people management, coaching, performance management)
- Knowledge of procurement, supplier management, and contract negotiation
- Professional certification such as CIPS, APICS (CPIM / CSCP), or equivalent is advantageous
Salary is negotiable on experience.
Supply Chain Manager employer: GPS Recruitment
At GPS Recruitment, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and innovation. Our South Kirkby location provides employees with access to ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring that you can grow your skills and advance your career in the mechanical maintenance field. With a focus on safety and compliance, we foster an environment where your contributions are recognised and rewarded, making it a meaningful place to work.
