Job Specification: Head of Supply Chain Join a growing business as a senior manager in supply chain operations. This greenfield role offers a unique opportunity to restructure and build a team in an exciting, dynamic environment.
Main Purpose: Oversee logistics operations, ensuring efficient management from sourcing product to final delivery. Optimise processes, manage transportation, and coordinate with suppliers and customers to maintain quality and delivery timelines.
Key Responsibilities:
*Strategic Planning: Develop and implement logistics strategies focusing on cost reduction, efficiency, sustainability, and customer service excellence.
*Transportation Management: Oversee transportation operations, manage relationships with freight carriers, and ensure timely, cost-effective delivery.
*Warehouse Operations: Optimize storage, inventory management, and distribution processes.
*Supply Chain Coordination: Collaborate with Trade, Finance, and Quality Departments to align logistics with sourcing and demand forecasts.
*Customer Service: Implement best-in-class customer service protocols and identify new engagement opportunities.
*Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with quality standards and safety regulations.
*Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels, implementing just-in-time practices.
*Data Analysis: Utilize logistics data to analyse performance metrics and inform decision-making.
*Strategic Cost Management: Identify projects to reduce overall costs.
*Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks in logistics operations.
*Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the logistics team, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
Competences:
*Leadership Skills: Motivate teams and implement development plans.
*Engaging Audiences: Hold attention and engage teams to implement ideas efficiently.
*Technical Knowledge: In-depth understanding of logistics.
*Logical/Analytical Skills: Use data and analytical skills for continuous improvement.
*Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving capabilities and IT skills.
*Communication Skills: Effective communication with internal and external parties.
*Negotiation Skills: Proficient in negotiating contracts with logistics service providers.
*Relationship Building: Create professional relationships.
*Delivering Performance: Lead by example and drive continuous improvement.
*Project Management: Manage large complex projects using structured techniques.
Person Specification:
*Experience in senior logistics management.
*Significant staff management experience.
*Expert knowledge of containerized freight, warehouse, and haulier industry regulations.
*Familiarity with logistics management software and tools.
*Experience in large-scale business re-engineering projects and help implement a new ERP system.