Supply Chain Manager

Hayley Dexis has an exciting opportunity available for a dynamic and experienced Supply Chain Manager to join is in delivering supply chain and inventory excellence.

Hayley Dexis is the largest independent distributor of engineering products and consumables (hydraulics, bearings, fasteners, fluid power, PPE, tools, lubricants etc) in the UK. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, we provide cutting‑edge solutions to our clients across various industries. We are an equal opportunities employer, currently employing over 1,300 people who continue to be a cornerstone of our business and are fundamental to providing industry‑leading customer service. We pride ourselves on our people and continue to be a sought‑after employer.

About the Supply Chain Manager role

You’ll come into the Supply Chain Manager role managing spend more than £25m, you and your team will manage different category areas and varying customer requests. You’ll work closely with Warehouse, Logistics and Inventory to ensure warehousing space is available, that inventory is accurate and that we continue to be an agile and efficient partner for our customers. Service levels are fundamental to ensure we deliver on our customer commitments.

With procurement support, there is opportunity, lots of opportunity! We can increase our product and spend levels but how are you going to get us there?

This is the best element of this role, what system improvement experience can you bring, how can you navigate inventory challenges and how can you leverage the profile of this role across the business to gain more insights to inform your strategy.

This is a senior level position with a supply chain and inventory lead focus attracting a senior level salary and package.

You may be operating at lower level of spend currently where you are considering your next upwards move or are simply excited by the opportunity this role offers – either way we’d love to hear from you!

Working Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday.

This is a site‑based role with some flexibility to work from home.

What we’re looking for in our Supply Chain Manager

• Proven track record leading supply chain or purchasing teams at scale.
• Experience managing significant spend (£25m+) with multiple suppliers. Candidates managing £1m upwards will be considered.
• Strong knowledge of modern planning methodologies (e.g. Demand Driven, S&OP, advanced MRP).
• Hands‑on experience with supply chain planning software preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution.
• Experience within similar industry preferred (e.g. MRO, OEM, Manufacturing or Engineering)

Personal Attributes

• Collaborative leader with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Resilient and adaptable to change, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills.
• A strategic thinker
• Ability to “roll sleeves up, and present to “C” suite
• Results driven and open minded

What you’ll get in return

• Attractive salary to commensurate experience.
• From 23 days annual leave (plus public/bank holidays) increased with length of service.
• Training provided through our own Hayley Academy.
• Company pension (if eligible).
• Life Assurance cover (x2 salary).
• Invitation to healthcare schemes.
• Wellness programmes.
• Uniform and PPE provided.
• Excellent opportunities and career prospects available.
• Performance based discretionary bonus

The recruitment process.

Adverts will close on Friday 30th January

Process;

• Initial Screening – Ongoing throughout advertising window.
• Teams / Video Interview with our Talent Acquisition Partner
• Face to face final stage interview
• Final stage interview with Executive Team

Interviews will be held at our Halesowen offices.

Finally…

We know sometimes you might feel that you don\’t meet the criteria or have a question that you would like to ask – we\’re here to help so please ask us! You can contact us here; careers@hayley-group.co.uk

We aim to get back to everyone that applies and are super keen to speak to talented people for upcoming positions.

Please inform our careers team if you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join the team at Hayley Group – please click ‘apply’ now to become our Supply Chain Manager – we\’d love to hear from you!