Head of Warehouse, Procurement & Supply Chain | Ellesmere Port | Up to £75,000 DOE
An established and rapidly growing manufacturing business is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of Warehouse, Procurement & Supply Chain to lead and optimise its end-to-end supply chain operations.
Reporting directly to the Managing Director and operating as a key member of the Senior Management Team, this role will oversee warehouse, procurement and supply chain functions, ensuring operational excellence while supporting ambitious business growth.
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring someone who can operate both strategically and operationally, driving continuous improvement, developing teams, and implementing effective supply chain strategies.
Key Responsibilities of the Head of Warehouse, Procurement & Supply Chain:
Leadership & Team Development
*Lead, mentor and develop teams across warehouse, procurement and supply chain operations.
*Foster a "right first time" culture focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.
*Work closely with HR to build strong employee engagement and development strategies.
*Conduct performance reviews, set clear objectives and develop succession planning across teams.
*Contribute actively to company-wide initiatives as part of the Senior Management Team.
Supply Chain Strategy
*Develop and implement supply chain strategies to support business growth, efficiency and cost optimisation.
*Strengthen supplier management and negotiate favourable pricing and terms.
*Oversee logistics processes from procurement through to finished goods dispatch.
*Develop supplier strategies aligned with sustainability objectives and carbon reduction goals.
*Support and maintain processes aligned with SEDEX accreditation requirements.
Operational & Process Improvement
*Lead the implementation of a Warehouse Management System (WMS) and drive adoption across the team.
*Identify opportunities to improve supply chain processes and implement best practice solutions.
*Manage operational delivery while developing a strategic roadmap for supply chain and warehouse operations.
*Monitor and improve key performance metrics including: OTIF (On Time In Full), Inventory turnover, Supplier performance, Cost efficiency
Risk & Supplier Management
*Identify potential supply chain risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
*Maintain strong supplier relationships through regular engagement both in the UK and internationally.
*Work closely with quality teams to ensure suppliers meet required product standards.
*Promote a strong health & safety culture across all operational teams.
Financial Management
*Manage supply chain budgets covering labour, procurement, logistics and capital investment.
*Track financial performance and deliver against cost and operational KPIs.
*Ensure robust supplier agreements are in place and reviewed annually.
Requirements
*Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration.
*Proven experience in supply chain leadership roles, including managing and developing teams.
*Experience operating within both strategic and operational environments.
*Strong supplier management experience across UK and European supply chains.
*Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement and employee engagement.
*Experience working with ERP systems (SAGE 200 preferred; SAP, Oracle, NetSuite or similar considered).
*Excellent problem-solving, project management and communication skills.
*Experience working as part of a Senior Management Team.
Desirable Experience
*Professional certification in Supply Chain Management or Logistics.
*Experience within manufacturing or production environments.
Benefits
*Highly competitive salary up to £75,000 DOE
*Senior Management bonus scheme
*25 days annual leave plus holiday purchase scheme
*Christmas shutdown
*Pension scheme
*Healthcare cash plan
*Free on-site parking
*Professional development and training opportunities
What’s Next?
Apply now to join a growing organisation where you will play a key role in shaping and strengthening the company’s supply chain operations.