Job Title: Supply Chain Manager
Location: Haslingden
Salary: Competitive
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Flexipol is BRC certificated and is an approved food packaging supplier to manufacturers in the Marks and Spencer supply chain.
The Company is now in its 28th year, and during this time the business has grown each year steadily, providing long term secure employment. The Company prides itself on its innovative approach to product design and manufacturing, along with an excellent reputation for high-quality customer service.
We solve our customers’ toughest packaging challenges through our unique blend of technical collaboration, innovation and extraordinary service.
The role:
The SCM will oversee and manage every stage of the product flow, from receipt of raw materials to the delivery of the final product.
They will ensure the right amount of product is made at the right time, as well as coordinate the storage of the product. They will be organising the movement of goods from warehouses to customers and involves forecasting trends and managing inventories.
They will develop an appropriate supply chain strategy to maximize customer satisfaction at high levels of efficiency and at the lowest possible cost.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
- Create the company’s supply chain strategy in line with company strategy, policies, standards, laws and regulations
- Implement strategy, leading the supply chain team in executing best practices and measuring performance through agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Monitor and Assess performance of freight companies and maintaining cost-effective practices (Note – SCM decides SLA with customer services, negotiation of contracts continues with Purchasing Director).
- Manage production planning function – understanding business and customer requirements, analysing demand and operational information to optimize service and efficiency
- Works with other departments to determine and agree intercompany transfers.
- Works directly with sales department to determine most cost-effective distribution solutions for finished goods transportation to customers.
- Collaborates with Purchasing Director to determine best practice for freight in
- Supports proper utilization of ERP system and other software.
- Work with other teams to optimize supply chain for new products
- Analyse supply chain data, solving issues and delivering improvements cost effectively
- Oversee product storage and handling; Optimize inventory levels whilst maintaining exceptional service to customers
- Collaborate with other departments to create coordinated plans for business growth
- Develop and implement safety guidelines in all aspects of the supply chain (e.g., use of trucks, forklifts)
- Consider the environmental impact of the supply chain to meet sustainability targets
- Manage costs whilst maintaining quality
- Lead, develop and train the supply chain staff – creating a culture of customer service excellence delivered with exceptional efficiency
- Implement new technologies and stay alert to new trends and developments in the sector.
The Candidate:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and project management skills
- Creative, problem-solving
- A strategic and analytical mind
- Values in line with Flexipol Values
- Ability to conduct detailed procedures whilst working to deadlines
Knowledge, Training and Experience required
- A working knowledge of Lean and/or Continuous improvement techniques
- Degree or Equivalent experience in Supply Chain Management, or similar field
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Teams, Word – Visio preferable)
- Working experience of relevant software used in supply chain management
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary based on skills, relevant experience and qualifications.
- Company Bonus scheme
- Company Sick Pay after qualifying period
- Life Insurance of 30K after qualifying period
- Employee Assistance Program
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free Parking on site
Please click the APPLY button and to submit your CV and Cover Letter.
Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Supply Chain Manager, Distribution Manager, Senior Supply Chain Officer, Demand Planner, Supply Chain Planner, Buying Project Manager, Purchasing Manager, Logistics Manager, Inventory Manager may also be considered for this role.
