Global Supply Chain Director
Hybrid role requiring weekly presence at sites based in Kent and Essex
£65,000-£85,000pa

We are seeking a visionary Group Supply Chain Director to take the reins of a high-performing international operation. This is your chance to join a market-leader with a global footprint, shaping the future of supply chain strategy from factory floor to final delivery.

Responsibilities

- Overseeing all aspects of production & manufacturing in the UK, including the production planning, release of work orders and all quality checking processes
- Overseeing all aspects of procurement for the UK & Germany, purchasing from various suppliers, including setting up contracts, raising POs, site audits and everything in-between
- Overseeing all aspects of product storage, handling and distribution in the UK & Germany
- Having full control of stock levels in the UK & Germany, set safety stocks, and provide forecasts
- Managing the 3PL logistics provider, including uploading sales orders
- Managing the suppliers & strategy based in Asia
- Managing the UK production team, buyer/planner (6 direct reports)
- Securing year-on-year cost savings within the supply chain
- Managing and minimising supply chain & production risk
- Assisting with the QMS (ISO) systems and audits
- Strategically expanding, preserving or improving company procedures, standards or policies
- Adhering to regulatory guidelines.
- Identifying and managing commercial risks
- Regularly reviewing the setting of pricing strategies and regular price increases
- Proactively de-risking the supply chain away from single-source vendors

Candidate Profile

- A seasoned supply chain leader with proven global experience
- Commercially sharp, financially astute, and strategically minded
- Exceptional at building relationships and negotiating deals
- Comfortable in high-pressure, fast-moving environments
- A natural leader who inspires teams and delivers results
- Holder of a full UK driving licence

Benefits include 25 days holiday (+ 8 days bank holiday, with extra days for long service), Pension scheme, Hybrid working options, and the opportunity to operate at board level and make a real impact to the business.

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