Supply Chain Manager
Job Description
Supply Chain Manager | Newbury, UK
\nAre you an experienced Supply Chain professional looking to take ownership of an end-to-end operation in a growing business
\nWe're looking for a Supply Chain Manager to lead our UK & Ireland supply chain, ensuring our customers receive the right products, at the right time, and at the right cost. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact within a well-established business operating in the Outdoor DIY and Garden Equipment sector.
\nWhat you'll be doing:
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- Leading the end-to-end supply chain from overseas manufacturing through to customer delivery. \n
- Driving demand planning, inventory management and forecasting to maximise product availability. \n
- Managing international logistics, freight, customs and import operations. \n
- Building strong relationships with global suppliers, freight partners and our outsourced 3PL warehouse. \n
- Monitoring and improving key operational KPIs including OTIF, inventory accuracy, warehouse performance and customer service. \n
- Leading continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs and support business growth. \n
- Working closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance and Customer Services to deliver exceptional service during peak seasonal trading \n
What we're looking for:
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- Proven Supply Chain Management experience within Outdoor Power Equipment, DIY, Garden Equipment, Consumer Durables, Industrial Products or a similar sector. \n
- Experience managing outsourced 3PL providers. \n
- Strong demand planning and inventory management expertise. \n
- International sourcing and logistics experience, including Far East supply chains. \n
- Knowledge of sea freight, customs and import processes. \n
- Strong ERP systems experience with excellent analytical and reporting skills. \n
- A commercially minded, proactive leader who enjoys solving problems and driving continuous improvement. \n
Why join us?
\nYou'll be joining a collaborative business where your expertise will directly influence customer satisfaction, operational performance and commercial success. This is an opportunity to shape the supply chain strategy, improve processes and play a key role in supporting ambitious growth plans.
\nLocation: Newbury, Berkshire (site working with regular travel to our 3PL warehouse, suppliers and key business locations).
\nIf you're ready to lead a dynamic supply chain operation and make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.
\nApply now or contact us for a confidential conversation.
