Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager

We're recruiting for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to join a fast‑paced FMCG manufacturing site in the North East.

This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll take full ownership of planning, procurement, warehousing and logistics. You'll lead a small team (4‑8 people) and be responsible for keeping materials flowing, stock accurate, suppliers performing, and operations running smoothly.

This isn't a corporate "sit behind a desk" job. It's real operational leadership in a busy factory environment. You'll work closely with Production, Sales and Finance to align demand, manage S&OP, control costs and improve performance across the board.

• Leading planning, purchasing, warehousing and logistics
• Driving forecast accuracy and stock control
• Managing suppliers and negotiating contracts
• Overseeing 3PL and transport performance
• Improving systems, processes and KPIs
• Playing a key role in cost control and continuous improvement

• Proven Supply Chain leadership experience in FMCG or manufacturing
• Strong background across planning, procurement and logistics
• Confident managing suppliers and driving performance
• Commercially aware and comfortable working at pace
• ERP/MRP experience

• £55‑65k salary
• Bonus scheme
• 24 days holiday + birthday off
• Early finish on Fridays
• Health plan, life assurance, pension
• Real progression opportunities

If you're someone who enjoys improving processes, leading teams and making a real impact in a fast-moving environment, this could be the one.

Apply now or message directly for a confidential conversation.