Supply Chain Manager in Peterborough

**Supply Chain Manager – Health & Beauty Company – Peterborough**

We are currently recruiting for a market leading health and beauty company who distribute products across the UK to all the major retails. This is a chance to join a rapidly growing business in a fast-paced environment and help maximise the sales drive with existing and new customers. The role is for a Supply Chain Manager based at their site in Peterborough managing 1-2 people in a dynamic team.

Role:

You will be responsible for –

• Forecasting – preparation of sales forecasts which drive the manufacturing slots within PMI, to ensure all customers stay well supplied and sales are maximised.
• Sales Analysis – interpret current and future sales information through EPOS / Customer supplied information.
• Reporting – Low Stock / High Stock analysis and reporting.
• Potential Future Stock Issues – highlight potential issues and look for / suggest improvements where possible in order to maximise sales opportunities.
• Manage Finished Goods Stock Levels through analysis of customer behaviours and flow through to our MRP & Planning system.
• Management of a Supply Chain Graduate. Develop and nurture their career to maximise the team capability.

Candidate:

The ideal candidate will –

• Must have 2+ years’ experience in forecasting within a supply chain function with FMCG or manufacturing industry
• Excellent numerical skills: must be able to understand and advise on product costings.
• Great organisational ability
• Must be able to communicate across all levels of the business, from factory floor to Senior Directors & externally with Suppliers and Freight companies.
• Has commercial acumen and an understanding of business issues
• Ability to multi-task and work on multi-projects
• Deadline driven and motivated: self-starter: a ‘can do’ attitude
• Responds well to pressure and change

Package:

• Basic Salary: £52,500 (potentially negotiable based on experience)
• Bonus – TBC
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Healthcare Plan
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance

This is a great chance to join a market leading company who can offer a huge amount of career potential moving forward. My client is looking for the right character rather than industry experience so is an excellent chance to get into a great industry.