Supply Chain Manager

To deliver transformed product availability and inventory optimisation outcomes through world class supply chain management in our distribution network. Developing and implementing strategies to improve the overall efficiency of the supply chain and for managing relationships with vendors. Be a successful mentor and coach to a valuable team of Supply Analysts to achieve inventory targets, while initiating, leading and delivering continuous improvement initiatives.,

• Deliver product availability and fulfilment targets to support the supply of Branded medicines through contractual wholesale, seasonal and different customer channels through rigorous supply planning practice and process.
• Lead the supply chain relationship with Branded manufacturers in your portfolio, ensuring delivery of contracted KPI's whilst attending regular contracted meetings to collaborate.
• Deliver inventory goals by reducing excess stock and dated stock write off's
• Demonstrate the ability to use relationships to engage, influence and impact stakeholders to drive improvements
• Ensure you and your team are aware of, adhere to, and remain compliant with Good Distributions Practices
  
  2-3 years' experience in improving product availability and optimising inventory
• Experience in leading supply teams and delivering improved product availability and inventory outcomes in a retail / wholesale environment
• High degree of customer focus and commercial acumen
• Owner mindset; experience of initiating and implementing process, system and people change in a complex cross functional business setting
• A strong leader with excellent negotiation skills across all levels of the organisation
Desirable
• Member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS)
• Good understanding of the Pharmaceutical Industry, preferably within Wholesale
• Previous experience with ERP systems and inventory control systems
• Relex forecast and replenishment system experience
• Project management experience
  
  AAH are the leading medical supplier in the UK, we impact millions of people across thousands of UK communities. From our network of branches, we distribute lifesaving medicines twice daily to pharmacies, hospitals and GP's. We work collectively to make a difference. We don't believe in standing still, which is why we are investing in our future by transforming our branch network to ensure timely and safe delivery of our valued good. By working for AAH, you'll have access to training and development programmes at all stages of your career through one of our many pathways; whether it's a step into management, a regional role, or even at our Head office - the opportunities are endless.
Our ability to shape the future of healthcare depends on the passion and hard work of our people. As well as the benefits you would expect; 25 Days Annual Leave - plus bank holiday, pension scheme, company bonus scheme, we also offer:
• Market leading maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Full support from our employee assistance programme including a health and well-being app
• Private health insurance
• Life cover, Every day, millions of people rely on AAH Pharmaceuticals to deliver their medicines. We are the UK's leading wholesaler and distributor of pharmaceutical and healthcare product, serving pharmacies, hospitals and doctors nationwide. We offer services across the whole supply chain, from medicines manufacturers to delivery to the end consumer, supplying a full range of healthcare products including ethicals, generics, PIs and OTCs.
We are defined by our ICARE values and we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity & inclusion, taking a person-centred approach to our interview process that is fair and free from both discrimination and bias. If you have any reasonable adjustment needs arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our talent acquisition team.