This is a great opportunity to join a business in the Warwickshire area that is on an exciting trajectory. This leading business is in need of an Assistant Supply Chain Manager to manage the supply chain function as they continue on their operational excellence journey while improving cost-effectiveness and building strong supplier relationships.
Client Details
This business manufactures a broad range of specialist products, have an established customer base and are known for their high-quality. This is chance to be part of their highly collaborative management team and effect change across the site.
Description
You will be overseeing and optimising the company’s Supply Chain, Forecasting & Planning. Implementing and maintaining efficient and effective end to end Supply Chain processes, working with the procurement team to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and strong customer service levels through effective planning.

Key Responsibilities:
* Ensure that the capacity and demand is monitored and aligned to deliver the best possible service and On Time Delivery.
* Communicate to all stakeholders in production departments the production capacity targets and to anticipate peak and trough demand variation.
* Plan in production and stock buffers to help balance the production throughput time to match the customer lead time.
* Working with the Raw Material Buyer ensure that consignment stock and Kanban are identified for Runners and Repeaters.
* Work with Production managers to formally review the targets and capacity shortfalls on a regular basis.
* Update and maintain the logistics slides within the monthly review and forecast meeting.
* Actively participate in and contribute to the Continuous Improvement processes, individually and cross functional.
* Modify internal procedures and Work Instructions to assist the training of support staff and meet auditory requirements.
* Validate and align that the ERP settings are appropriate to meet local budget inventory targets.
* Play a lead role in customer and internal site audits and active in the required preparation chart and process documentation required.
* Working with the Financial Controller consider the Production targets & constraints into the budget process.
* Recommend amending pricing codes and lead times for disruptive parts and/or excessive capacity.
* Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements and ethical standards in all Supply Chain & Procurement activities.
* Develop strategic plans to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency of operations.
* Manage supplier relationships and support with the negotiation of contracts.
* Collaborate with other departments to forecast demand and manage stock levels.
* Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team
* Lead by example and ensure you and the team uphold and adhere to all Health and Safety and Food Safety culture requirements, policies and procedures.
Profile
This role is suited to a Planner looking to step up into a management role or an established Supply Chain Manager looking for their next challenge & everything in-between.
The successful applicant will have manufacturing experience and the following:
* Strong analytical, forecasting and problem-solving skills.
* Understanding of an MRP/ERP system and its parameters.
* Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
* The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
* Ability/potential to lead a team
Job Offer
* Circa £45,000 - £50,000 per annum depending on experience
* Additional benefits
* A supportive, progressive working culture
* Opportunities for professional development