Head of Supply Chain

Head of Supply Chain| FT| Perm| On-Site| Up to £75k + Competive Benefits An established and fast-growing manufacturing SME is seeking a commercially astute Head of Supply Chain to take ownership of end-to-end supply chain operations and support the next phase of business growth. Reporting directly to the Managing Director and operating as a key member of the Senior Management Team, this role will lead warehouse and supply chain activities, with full accountability for performance, cost control, service levels and scalability. You will play a critical role in ensuring the supply chain supports both current operations and future growth ambitions. This is a highly hands-on, SME-focused leadership role, suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can balance strategic thinking with day-to-day operational delivery. You will drive commercial decision-making, embed continuous improvement, develop high-performing teams, and implement robust, agile supply chain strategies that directly impact profitability and customer outcomes. Key Responsibilities: • Lead, coach and develop teams across warehouse, procurement and supply chain, embedding a high-performance, culture focused on continuous improvement. • Act as a senior leader within the business, contributing to wider company initiatives and working closely with HR on engagement, capability development and succession planning. • Own and deliver the end-to-end supply chain strategy, ensuring it supports business growth, efficiency, cost control and customer service objectives. • Strengthen supplier relationships and performance through effective sourcing strategies, negotiation, and regular engagement across UK and international suppliers. • Oversee logistics and warehousing operations from procurement through to finished goods dispatch, including leading the implementation and adoption of a Warehouse Management System (WMS). • Drive measurable improvements across key KPIs including OTIF, inventory turnover, supplier performance and overall cost efficiency. • Manage supply chain risk, quality, health & safety and compliance requirements, including sustainability initiatives and SEDEX accreditation. • Take full ownership of supply chain budgets, contracts and supplier agreements, ensuring strong financial control and delivery against commercial targets. Key Requirements: • Degree-qualified in Supply Chain Management or similar related field. • Proven experience in a senior supply chain leadership role, with a strong track record of developing high-performing teams. • Comfortable operating at both strategic and operational levels within a fast-paced environment. • Strong supplier management experience across UK and European supply chains. • Hands-on experience with ERP systems (SAGE 200 preferred; SAP, Oracle, NetSuite or similar considered). • Commercially minded with strong problem-solving, communication and stakeholder-management skills. • Experience contributing at Senior Management Team level. Desirable: • Professional supply chain or procurement accreditation (e.g. CIPS, APICS). • Background in a manufacturing or production-led environment. Benefits • Bonus: A competitive SLT-based bonus structure, linked to both overall company performance and your individual contribution-offering strong earning potential • Car: Choice of either a company car or car allowance. • Pension: 4% employee contribution, matched by 5% from the company, increasing up to 10% over time. • Working hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00am-5:00pm, with an early finish on Fridays at 12:30pm-supporting a great work-life balance. • Holidays:25 days annual leave, with the option to purchase additional days with Christmas shutdown period • Healthcare cash plan • Free on-site parking • Ongoing professional development, leadership training and investment in career progression For further detaails please contact: