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Supply Chain Manager

Ref: AS2080737

Leicester, England

£60,000

  • Permanent
  • Demand Planning
  • Supplier Negotiation
  • Inventory Optimisation

About the candidate

This supply chain professional brings strong end-to-end experience across manufacturing, procurement, logistics and distribution environments. They have managed demand forecasting, inventory control, supplier relationships and logistics activity, with a practical, data-led approach to improving operational performance.

Collaborative and proactive, they are comfortable working closely with sales, manufacturing, warehouse and transport teams to keep materials flowing and service levels on track. They are seeking a permanent opportunity and are available to start in 2 weeks.

What makes them great?

  • Proven Efficiency Improvements: Introduced new planning processes that reduced excess stock by 15% while improving order fulfilment times.
  • Commercially Minded: Delivered a 20% reduction in procurement costs through strategic sourcing and supplier performance improvement projects.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Builds strong relationships across sales, manufacturing, logistics and warehouse teams to align supply chain activity with wider business goals.

Areas of expertise

  • Demand Planning & Inventory Management: Experienced in forecasting, stock control and planning processes that support production needs and improve fulfilment.
  • Supplier & Procurement Management: Skilled in supplier negotiations, contract management and strategic sourcing across direct and indirect materials.
  • Logistics & Operational Coordination: Strong background in working with warehouse and transport teams to improve delivery performance and day-to-day flow.