Head of Supply Chain

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Universal Business Team, Cowpen Bewley, Stockton-on-Tees

Full time
Permanent
Onsite working

Posted today, 29 Oct | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 08694507ff724bedadebe3fb86f08ffd

Universal Business Team

Full Job Description

Our client, a confidential and growing company, is looking for a strategic and experienced Head of Supply Chain to join their Executive Management Team (EMT) based in Billingham . In this senior role, you will be pivotal in shaping and executing supply chain strategies that support the company's ambitious growth objectives. You will oversee procurement, operations, Health & Safety, Facilities Management, and production functions, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable processes that align with the company's long-term vision. This position requires a proactive, data-driven leader to optimise the supply chain, deliver quality outcomes, and foster strong relationships with suppliers while supporting a culture of continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Supply Chain Leadership: Contribute to overall business strategy and planning, leveraging data insights and systems thinking to support business goals.
End-to-End Supply Chain Strategy: Lead strategy development, focusing on cost efficiency, operational improvement, and business growth objectives.
Team Leadership and Development: Direct, coach, and support supply chain teams, ensuring that performance and development goals are met through data-driven KPIs.
Supplier and Vendor Management: Build and maintain supplier relationships to ensure quality, delivery reliability, and compliance, guided by data-backed evaluations.
Risk Mitigation and Operational Excellence: Proactively identify risks and streamline supply chain operations, leveraging real-time data and insights for continuous improvement.
ESG and Sustainability Initiatives: Champion Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives within the supply chain to drive sustainable growth.
Health & Safety and Facilities Oversight: Manage Health & Safety and facilities operations, using data to drive effective and safe workplace standards.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, CIPS, or equivalent experience.
5+ years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, and logistics in a senior role.
Demonstrated strategic planning experience at Board level.
Proficient in supply chain software, ERP systems, MRP, and advanced Excel skills.
Exceptional communication skills and strong commercial acumen.
Analytical, negotiation, and decision-making skills with a track record in contract management.
Experience with Oracle NetSuite and Netstock software.
Background in product costing and BOM knowledge.

Hours- 40 hours per week between 8am and 5pm- most finish at 2.30pm on a Friday