Head of Supply Chain
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.
Requirements
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:
* Experience with Oracle NetSuite and Netstock software.
* Background in product costing and BOM knowledge.
Benefits
Hours- 40 hours per week between 8am and 5pm- most finish at 2.30pm on a Friday
Salary- £60K-£80K depending on experience
GBS Bonus
25 days A/L plus bank hol (includes Bday off, Xmas eve off etc)