Supply Chain Manager

About the Job

Role: Supply Chain Manager

Sector: FMCG / In House Logistics

Location: Walsall, West Midlands

Working Pattern: Hybrid - 3 Days Office / 2 Days Home

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum + Up to 20% Annual Bonus

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Loom Talent are proud to have been retained by a repeat client, who are rapidly expanding. As a result, are seeking a Supply Chain Manager to join their Supply Chain team.

Reporting into the Head of Supply Chain, the Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for driving performance across the end-to-end supply chain:

• Developing and delivering supply chain strategies that support business growth and operational excellence.
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiencies while reducing costs and increasing commercial income.
• Managing supplier partnerships and negotiating sustainable agreements that deliver value for both the business and their suppliers.
• Leading initiatives across backhaul, primary transport, centralisation, pallet storage, tray rental and consolidation.
• Using data and insight to identify opportunities, develop business cases and deliver measurable improvements.
• Managing supply chain Joint Business Plans (JBPs) to ensure cost-effective and efficient routes to market.
• Leading projects that improve systems, processes and supply chain visibility.
• Coaching and developing your team, creating a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Championing sustainability by reducing waste, improving transport efficiency and supporting environmentally responsible supply chain solutions.

The successful candidate for the role of Supply chain Manager will be an experienced supply chain professional with a strong commercial mindset and the ability to influence stakeholders at every level.

• Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience.
• A track record of delivering cost savings, operational improvements and commercial value.
• Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to turn complex data into meaningful business decisions.
• Experience leading projects and implementing change across operational functions.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Previous people management experience with a passion for developing high-performing teams.
• Previous experience leading and developing teams within a fast-paced FMCG, Retail, Wholesale or Distribution environment.
• Experience in a Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain environment.
• Strong understanding of forecasting methodologies, stock management and supply chain principles.
• Experience driving improvements in stock availability, forecast accuracy and inventory performance.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organisation.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Experience using planning systems and data to drive operational and commercial performance.
• Ability to translate complex data into meaningful business insights and recommendations.
• Be commutable to the Walsall area 3+ Days per week.

• Professional qualifications such as CIPS, ILM, Project Management or postgraduate study in Supply Chain or Logistics would be advantageous but are not essential.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing business where you can make a genuine impact on supply chain performance and customer satisfaction.

• Competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000
• Annual performance bonus of up to 20%
• Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service
• Company pension scheme
• Employee discount and colleague benefits platform
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Career progression within a successful and growing organisation

If you're an experienced Supply chain professional with a passion for leadership, forecasting excellence and supply chain performance, I look forward to hearing from you.