Supply Chain & Procurement Manager

Supply Chain & Procurement Manager Stoke-on-Trent (Office Based) £40,000 - £50,000 (DOE) Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm (1-hour unpaid lunch) Location: Office-based role in Stoke-on-Trent Probation: 6 months Successful candidates will be subject to referencing and a basic DBS checkThe Opportunity An established and growing manufacturing business is seeking an experienced Supply Chain & Procurement Manager to take ownership of purchasing, inventory, and supplier management across operations. This is a broad, hands-on role offering real influence across the business. You'll work cross-functionally with production, commercial, and finance teams to ensure material availability, control costs, and improve supply chain performance. Key Responsibilities Manage supplier relationships including negotiation, performance review, and supplier audits Oversee purchasing of raw materials, consumables, and services in a cost-effective manner Ensure optimal stock levels to meet production and customer demand Manage inventory control processes including stock reviews, physical checks, and valuations Coordinate import processes and ensure correct documentation and compliance Negotiate and manage service-based contracts Collaborate with production and commercial teams to align supply with demand forecasts Produce and analyse data reports to support business decision-making Ensure compliance with relevant storage and safety regulations About You Essential Skills & Experience Background in manufacturing or distribution environments Proven experience managing end-to-end supply chain or procurement Strong experience in inventory management within an ISO environment Knowledge of hazard classifications and stock handling requirements Competent using Microsoft Office and stock management systems Desirable Supply chain or procurement qualification Experience within a regulated environment (e.g. COMAH) Strong Excel/data analysis capability Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website