Supply Chain / Account Manager in Cove

Join a well-established international business serving a dynamic and fast-paced sector, where customer relationships, supply chain coordination and operational excellence are at the heart of success. This is an excellent opportunity for an Account Manager with Supply Chain experience to take ownership of key customer programmes, working across forecasting, inventory planning, logistics and order fulfilment within a collaborative global environment.
Your new company Our client is a respected international organisation with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality products and services to globally recognised customers. Operating across multiple regions, the business combines the agility of a customer-focused organisation with the resources and support of a wider international group. With continued growth and investment in its operations, the company offers a supportive environment where employees are encouraged to take ownership, develop their skills and contribute to long-term success.
Your new role As Account Manager / Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of a portfolio of customer accounts and product programmes. Acting as the key link between customers, commercial teams and operational functions, you will ensure programmes run smoothly from forecast planning through to successful delivery.The role involves managing customer enquiries, monitoring demand forecasts, coordinating inventory requirements and maintaining clear visibility of product availability. You will work closely with procurement, logistics, suppliers and warehouse teams to support timely production and delivery schedules, proactively identifying and resolving issues before they impact customer service. You will also support new product introductions, programme transitions and tender activities while using business systems and reporting tools to monitor performance and drive continuous improvement.
What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this position, you will have previous experience within account management, customer service, supply chain, inventory planning, logistics or a related operational role. You will be highly organised, comfortable managing multiple priorities and confident building strong relationships with both customers and internal stakeholders.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are essential, together with the ability to interpret data and turn insights into practical actions. Experience working with ERP, inventory management or order processing systems is important, along with advanced Excel skills. Exposure to international supply chains and import/export processes would be advantageous. A degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics or a related discipline would be beneficial but is not essential. Any experience of helping a business implement or upgrade ERP systems is also useful.
What you'll get in return In return, you will join a successful and growing international business that offers genuine responsibility, exposure to global operations and the opportunity to play a key role in supporting important customer programmes. You will work alongside experienced colleagues in a collaborative environment where initiative and ownership are valued. The successful candidate will receive a competitive package together with bonus structure, and opportunities for professional development and long-term career progression.
What you need to do now Please note, all candidates must have existing Right to Work in the UK, and will need to be on-site 5 days per week, although there is some scope for flexibility once established in the role.If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be
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