Supply Chain Manager
Ref: AS8042140
Walsall, England
£50,000
- Permanent
- Freight Management
- Transport Optimisation
- TMS Implementation
About the candidate
An accomplished supply chain professional with over five years’ experience across freight management, transport optimisation and process improvement. They have a strong track record of supporting multi-site freight operations across EMEA, working closely with local teams to improve tender execution, vendor performance and operational visibility.
They are analytically minded, confident with KPI reporting and comfortable leading cross-functional activity to deliver practical improvements. Available to start in two weeks and seeking a permanent opportunity, they would suit a business looking for a hands-on supply chain specialist who can improve freight performance, support systems change and drive measurable efficiencies.
What makes them great?
- Delivered cost savings: Executed freight tenders that achieved around a 15% year-on-year reduction in transportation costs while maintaining improved service levels.
- Improved operational visibility: Supported the implementation of a new TMS, enhancing reporting accuracy and giving teams clearer insight into freight and vendor performance.
- Drives practical change: Combines strong analysis with clear communication, helping local teams adopt new processes, improve tender execution and streamline day-to-day workflows.
Areas of expertise
- Freight management: Experienced in managing inbound and outbound freight activity, supporting tender processes and improving transport performance across multiple sites.
- Systems and reporting: Strong exposure to TMS implementation, KPI dashboards and digital reporting tools to improve data accuracy and operational visibility.
- Supplier and stakeholder management: Confident working with vendors, local teams and cross-functional stakeholders to improve compliance, service levels and commercial outcomes.