Supply Chain Director
Ref: 145785
Leeds, UK
£70,000
- Permanent
- Strategic Growth
- Operational Excellence
- Immediately Available
About the candidate
A seasoned professional with over 25 years of leadership experience in supply chain management, logistics, procurement, and operations. This Supply Chain Director has extensive expertise in sectors including food manufacturing, fast-moving consumer goods, and consumer electronics, driving strategic growth and operational excellence in multimillion-pound businesses. Known for skilled S&OP implementation and lean transformations, this candidate excels in enhancing efficiency and productivity while managing complex budgets and fostering team development.
What makes them great?
- Cost Reduction Achievements - Successfully reduced site stock holding by £300k through effective S&OP strategies.
- Operational Improvements - Implemented KPI driven reporting and governance frameworks that improved decision making and compliance.
- Delivered 35+ NPD launches on time and on budget.
- Negotiated supplier contracts saving £250k and cut departmental overspend by £100k.
- Team Leadership & Coaching - Known for building and leading high-performing teams, significantly contributing to company growth and operational targets.
Areas of expertise
- Supply Chain Optimisation - Expert in refining supply chains to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Strategic Planning & S&OP - Skilled in synchronising supply and demand planning with business strategy.
- Procurement & Supplier Relations - Excellent track record in contract negotiation and supplier management leading to significant cost savings.