Ref: BBBH33460
Head of Supply Chain
Head of Supply Chain - Logistics
Anywhere in UK
£65,000 - £70,000 + Car / Car Allowance + benefits
Role Profile
Cast UK are delighted to have partnered exclusively with a key customer of ours as they look to strengthen and add to their senior leadership team. This fantastic opportunity is for the position of Head of Supply Chain and will oversee several operations across the UK.
The Head of Supply Chain will have full operational accountability and will report through to the main board of directors. Through proactive leadership and a passion for excellence, the successful candidate will set, and implement a clear vision for the improvement of all aspects of the operation including process and performance.
This role is open to all applicants across the UK, however the successful candidate will need to be able to commute to Manchester on a monthly basis.
Responsibilities of the role will include:
- Leading a team of 30 staff, evaluating performances, and driving the business forward
- Suggesting new, dynamic, cost saving initiatives that aim to meet and exceed the company's high quality objectives.
- Responsible for the management of client stockholding worth circa £30 million
- Actively involved as a lead project team member for various business projects including new contract introduction and migration.
Skills & Experience
- Broad logistics background, including both physical distribution and replenishment experience
- People management skills, both micro/macro management
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Expert knowledge of supply chain systems and processes
- Experienced in delivering results in a high-pressurized environment
- An awareness of leading- edge industry developments within the wider supply chain arena
To take the business forward on their journey whilst developing your own career, you must have the gravitas and the ability to motivate and team through your forward thinking and desire to continuously develop.
A good understanding of reporting & performance statistics as well as the ability to deliver multiple projects with tight deadlines is also a key requirement.
Client information: Our client is a well establish, successful business that continues to grow and attract new clients.
About Cast UK
Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK and a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit www.castuk.com
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