Our client, a well-established manufacturer seek to appoint a Supply Chain Manager due to the continued growth of the company. The appointed Supply Chain Manager will have proven logistics/material supply experience within a manufacturing environment and have a keen eye for continuous improvement.  It is essential that candidates must have experience of purchasing from suppliers the UK and Europe. The company are going from strength to strength and offer long term, stable employment and excellent prospects for career progression. The salary package is competitive and the working environment excellent.

Role and Responsibilities - Supply Chain Manager

- Design and implement appropriate strategies, policies and procedures for purchasing
- Market and competitor analysis
- Identifying potential suppliers but also maintaining relationships with existing suppliers
- Monitoring supplier performance and quality of service, negotiating and agreeing contracts

Skills and Abilities - Supply Chain Manager

- Experienced in logistical / material supply methodologies
- Demonstrate relevant leadership experience in an FMCG environment
- Able to build stable and useful working relationships
- Change management / lean / CI techniques – essential

On offer is a competitive salary, bonus scheme and the opportunity to work for a genuinely exciting business in a very robust industry.