Full job descriptionSupply Chain Director | Manufacturing | Incl. Senior-level Package
An established and growing manufacturing business is seeking an experienced and commercially focused Supply Chain Director to lead and transform its end-to-end supply chain operation.
This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for developing a resilient, efficient and scalable supply chain strategy that supports operational excellence, customer satisfaction and long-term business growth. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping procurement, planning, logistics, inventory management and supplier performance across a complex manufacturing environment.
The business is looking for a confident and credible leader who can combine strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
*Develop and implement a high-performing supply chain strategy aligned with business objectives
*Lead procurement, planning, warehousing, logistics and inventory functions across multiple sites
*Build strong supplier relationships whilst improving cost, quality, delivery and risk management performance
*Drive operational efficiencies, continuous improvement initiatives and service excellence throughout the supply chain
*Improve forecasting, demand planning and stock optimisation processes
*Collaborate closely with manufacturing, engineering, finance and commercial teams to support business priorities
*Lead and develop a capable supply chain team, fostering accountability, collaboration and high performance
*Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring resilience and continuity of supply
*Support strategic growth initiatives, including new product introduction and operational expansion
*Deliver meaningful reporting and insights to the senior leadership team
Profile:
The ideal candidate will be an accomplished supply chain leader with significant experience within manufacturing, engineering or industrial environments.
You will demonstrate:
*Proven success in a senior supply chain leadership position
*Strong strategic planning and operational execution capability
*Experience managing complex supplier networks and international supply chains
*Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
*A track record of delivering measurable improvements in cost, efficiency and service performance
*Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
*The ability to influence at executive level and lead organisational change
*Experience within fast-paced manufacturing or engineering sectors would be highly advantageous
*Degree qualified or professionally accredited within supply chain, operations or a related discipline
What’s on Offer
*A high-profile leadership opportunity within a respected manufacturing business
*The chance to shape and influence operational strategy at executive level
*A collaborative and forward-thinking working environment
*Competitive salary and executive benefits package
*Genuine opportunity for long-term impact and career progression