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Head of Supply Chain Management

Ref: AS4326401

Dartford, England

£45,000

  • Permanent
  • Demand Planning
  • Procurement Cost Reduction
  • Inventory Optimisation

About the candidate

An experienced supply chain leader with over a decade of experience improving complex supply chain operations across manufacturing, distribution and technology environments. They bring a strong mix of demand planning, procurement, inventory management and logistics experience, with a clear focus on operational efficiency, supplier performance and customer satisfaction.

They are a collaborative and inclusive leader who has built and developed high-performing teams, translating wider business goals into practical plans that deliver measurable results.

What makes them great?

  • Reduced Excess Inventory: Implemented a new demand forecasting model within a global manufacturing environment, reducing excess inventory by around 20% and improving cash flow.
  • Delivered Procurement Savings: Led supplier relationship and cost-saving initiatives that reduced procurement costs by around 15%.
  • Improved Performance Metrics: Delivered a 30% uplift in supplier performance and contributed to a 25% increase in order fulfilment rates through process and system improvements.

Areas of expertise

  • Demand Planning & Inventory Management: Experienced in forecasting, stock control and inventory improvement, including implementing models that reduce excess stock and improve cash flow.
  • Procurement & Supplier Management: Strong background in supplier selection, negotiation and performance improvement across materials, services and strategic sourcing activity.
  • Operational Improvement: Skilled in analysing supply chain data, improving fulfilment performance and supporting system implementations that improve accuracy and efficiency.