Supply Chain Manager

Strive are a UK wide Supply Chain & Logistics management recruiter. Please visit strive . co . uk for additional roles across engineering, production, warehouse & transport operations. Supply Chain Manager Upto £70k + Excellent Benefits Dorset Our client is a leading UK-based Food Group, servicing the Foodservice, Retail and Wholesale sectors. We are delighted to assist them in their search for an experienced end to end Supply Chain professional as they look to recruit a Supply Chain Manager at their site in Poole, Dorset. The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the complete supply chain process, from demand planning and procurement through production, warehousing, logistics, delivery, and customer fulfillment. The role ensures operational efficiency, cost control, service excellence and cross-functional alignment across the entire supply chain network. This position works closely with procurement, manufacturing, sales, finance, suppliers, logistics providers, and customers to improve supply chain performance, reduce risks, and support business growth. Key Accountabilities as Supply Chain Manager: * * Develop and implement end-to-end supply chain strategies aligned with business objectives. * Lead demand planning, supply planning, inventory optimization, and capacity planning activities. * Monitor supply chain performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. * Drive supply chain transformation initiatives and digitalization projects. * Oversee sourcing and procurement activities to ensure material availability and cost efficiency. * Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and performance management systems. * Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service agreements with suppliers and logistics partners. * Coordinate production planning, warehousing, transportation, and distribution operations. * Ensure on-time delivery and high customer service levels. * Optimize inventory levels while minimizing stockouts and excess inventory. * Monitor logistics costs and improve transportation efficiency. * Collaborate with sales, finance, operations, and customer service teams to align supply chain activities. * Support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes. * Provide supply chain insights to support business decision-making. * Lead cross-functional problem-solving initiatives. * Analyse supply chain KPIs including OTIF, inventory turns, forecast accuracy, lead times, and logistics costs. * Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and disruptions. * Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. * Develop business continuity and contingency plans. * Lead and mentor supply chain teams across planning, procurement, logistics, and customer operations. * Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability. * Manage performance, training, and development of team members. The Ideal Person for the Supply Chain Manager role: * Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field. * 5-10+ years of experience in supply chain, logistics, operations, or procurement management. * Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes. * Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics. * Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills. * Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. * Proven experience managing cross-functional teams and projects. This is a fantastic opportunity – we look forward to your application. Strive Supply Chain Limited [& associated businesses] acts as an employment agency on behalf of external employers for the provision of permanent staff. By applying for this vacancy, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at strive. co. uk